Belgian Prints

Title: Antique Cashew Tree Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten, c. 1880 Description: A superb original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Anacardium occidentale...

Antique Thoroughbred Horse Portrait 1898, Pur Sang Equestrian Lithograph This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts Le Cheval de Pur-Sang, the Thoroughbred, the most ...

This lithograph in 4 colors was created by the Belgian artist Albert De Bois (1938-2010). This piece is number 67 of an edition of 150. The lithograph is in very good condition. The ...

Large and beautiful etching, engraving by Nicolaes Lauwers after Jacob Jordaens. Flanders, 17th century. Representing Zeus and Hermes (Jupiter and Mercury) in the house of Philemon a...

An original antique wood engraving, colored by hand with watercolor, showing seven insignia of Baden. At the upper left is a silver rayed star (1) bearing a red cross edged in gold, ...

An original antique lithograph from Madou's Vie de Napoléon, published at Brussels in 1827, lettered "TRAITÉ AVEC LES ETATS-UNIS" in open capitals above the image. Under a tented cei...

An impressive grand set of nine framed botanical hand-colored etching lithographs after 19th century horticulturist Louis Van Houtte (Belgium 1810-1876) who was with the Jardin Botan...

Ortelius Asia Japan China Taiwan Philippines East Indies Antique Map 1570 This highly important early map of Asia titled “Indiae Orientalis Insularumque Adiacientium Typus” is one of the most influential 16th-century European depictions of East and Southeast Asia. Published by Abraham Ortelius for his groundbreaking atlas Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, this map presents a sweeping geographical vision of the Far East before the full penetration of the Dutch into the region. It covers India, Indochina, China, Korea, Japan, the Philippines, the East Indies or Spice Islands, New Guinea, and parts of the western Pacific. Ortelius was the first European cartographer to name Formosa (modern Taiwan), marking a milestone in Western geographic knowledge of Asia. Japan appears in its famous early “kite-shaped” form, shown as a large oval island...

Original Antique Botanical Chromolithograph of Yellow Saraca (Saraca declinata), c. 1880 Description: A beautiful original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Saraca declin...

Heart of Jesus Caladium – Original Antique Botanical Print by van Nooten, c.1880 Description: A striking original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Caladium bicolor Vent....

Antique Lipizzaner Horse Portrait 1898, Classical European Equestrian Lithograph This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No...

Title: Original Antique Mangosteen Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten 1880 Description: An original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Garcinia mangostana L., ...

Red Achimenes Flower Botanical Lithograph, Charles Morren, 1845 Description: A vivid mid-19th-century botanical lithograph depicting Achimenes rosea Lindl. var. formosa, a highly de...

An original antique wood engraving, colored by hand with watercolor, showing a commander of the Order of Saint Stephen of Hungary standing full length in the robes of the order. He w...

Original Antique Botanical Chromolithograph of Queen's Crape Myrtle, c. 1880 Description: A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Lagerstroemia regia Ro...

Title: Antique Royal Poinciana Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten, c. 1880 Description: A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Poinciana reg...

Title: Original Antique Botanical Chromolithograph of Pride of Burma, c. 1880 Description: A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Amherstia nobilis Wall...

Antique Persian Horse Portrait 1898, Oriental Equestrian Wall Art This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No. 15. Le Cheval Persan, the Persian horse, a refined or...

Title: Original Antique Flame of the Forest Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten 1880 Description: An original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Butea frondosa ...

Antique Norwegian Horse Portrait 1898, Scandinavian Equestrian Lithograph This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts Le Cheval Norwégien, the Norwegian horse, shown i...

Scottish Clan Chief in Highland Dress – Hand-Coloured Lithograph, c.1845 Description: This striking lithograph depicts a Scottish clan chief wearing full Highland dress, including t...

Antique Holstein Horse Portrait 1898, European Warmblood Equestrian Lithograph This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts Le cheval du Holstein, the Holstein horse, o...

Antique Danish Horse Portrait 1898, Scandinavian Equesestrian Wall Art This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No. 36. Le C...

Title: ‘1. TROCHILUS PELLA – COLIBRI TOPAZE, 2. TROCHILUS LONGIROSTRIS – COLIBRI A LONG BEC.” – Translation: 1. Crimson Topaz, hummingbird, 2. Long-billed Starthroat, hummingbird. ...

Antique East Prussian Horse Portrait 1898, Trakehner Equestrian Wall Art This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No. 9. Le Cheval de la Prusse Orientale, the East ...

Antique Suffolk Punch Horse Portrait, Belgian Equestrian Lithograph 1898 This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts a powerful...

Antique map titled 'Insularum Aliquot Maris Mediterranei Descriptio'. A very attractive example of Ortelius' map combining, on one page, maps of the islands of Sicily, Sardinia, Corfu, Elba, Malta and Zerbi (Jerba, off the coast of Tunisia.) The maps detail fortifications on the islands and other major features. (Jerba, for instance, is shown connected to the mainland by a causeway.) The waters are attractively engraved and are sailed by ships. A shipwreck, north of Malta, indicates the point at which St. Paul is thought to have shipwrecked. Volcanoes are indicated in the Sicily map...

Architectural engravings by Jean-François de Neufforge (1714–1791). Neufforge was a Flemish engraver, architect, and publisher known for his work "Recueil élémentaire d'architectur...

Antique Salak Palm Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten, c. 1880 A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Zalacca edulis Reinw., now generally a...

Jean-Michel Folon (1 March 1934 – 20 October 2005) was a Belgian artist, illustrator, painter, and sculptor The first exhibition of his watercolors was in New York in 1969 in the Lefebre Gallery. One year later he exhibited in Tokyo and in the Il Milione gallery in Milan. He also participated in the XXVth Venice Biennale. In 1973 he joined the selection of Belgian artists in the XXVth São Paulo Biennale, where he was granted the Grand Prize in Painting. Over the years his work concentrated on different techniques, including watercolor, etching, silkscreen, illustrations, mosaics, and stained glass, which showed the diversity of his art. His work Ein Baum stirbt - Un albero muore, 1974, is by Museo Cantonale d’Arte [de] of Lugano. He also designed numerous posters, often for humanitarian causes. Around 1988 he created his first sculptures made out of wood. He then moved on to creating sculptures in clay, plaster, bronze and marble, while continuing to paint. Several museums dedicated exhibitions to him, among them the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 1971, the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam in 1976, the Institute of Contemporary Arts in London in 1977, the Musée Picasso in Antibes...

Original Antique Botanical Chromolithograph of Torch Ginger by Hoola van Nooten 1880 A striking original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Elettaria speciosa, now better ...

Antique miniature map titled 'Illyricum'. Original small map of Illyricum. The Roman province of Illyricum stretched from the Drilon River (the Drin, in...

Title: Portrait of Abraham Ortelius Engraved by Philippe Galle, first published in 1579, featured in the *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum*. Description: This is a meticulously detailed portrait of Abraham Ortelius (1527–1598), the renowned Flemish cartographer, geographer, and creator of the first modern atlas, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. This copperplate engraving, crafted by the master engraver Philippe Galle (1537–1612), was first published in the 1579 edition of Ortelius’s groundbreaking work. The image presents a bust-length profile of Ortelius facing to the left, emphasizing his austere yet intellectual presence. He is depicted wearing formal attire typical of the late Renaissance period, including a richly textured doublet with a fur-lined collar and a finely detailed ruff around his neck. His aged, yet determined face, with a pointed beard and furrowed brow, symbolizes his deep dedication to the study of geography and cartography. Surrounding the portrait is an elaborate architectural and floral frame, characteristic of late 16th-century Mannerist designs, which conveys a sense of both intellectual grandeur and artistic sophistication. At the top of the frame is a "Chi Rho" symbol, representing Christ, and emphasizing the religious underpinnings of Ortelius's worldview. The Latin inscription below the portrait reads: "Spectandum dedit Ortelius mortalib. orbem, Orbi spectandum Galleus Ortelium" ("Ortelius gave the world to be seen by mortals, Galleus gave Ortelius to be seen by the world.") This suggests the lasting legacy of Ortelius’s work in mapping the known world and how Galle, through his engraving, immortalized Ortelius himself. About the Engraver: Philippe Galle (1537–1612) was a prominent Flemish engraver and publisher, known for his precision and technical skill in copperplate engraving. Galle often worked with leading figures of his time, producing prints that highlighted important cultural, intellectual, and political figures. His engraving technique involved etching intricate lines and textures onto a copperplate, which would then be inked and pressed onto paper to produce highly detailed prints. His collaboration with Ortelius on this project further solidified his reputation as a master engraver. Why Ortelius was Important: Abraham Ortelius is celebrated as one of the founders of modern cartography. His atlas, *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum* (Theatre of the World), published in 1570, was the first to gather a comprehensive collection of maps into a single, standardized volume. This work marked a turning point in the history of geography by establishing a modern understanding of world mapping. Ortelius also significantly contributed to geographic knowledge by incorporating information from various cartographers, which helped to unify mapmaking practices across Europe. Ortelius's work not only aided navigators and explorers but also influenced scholars and rulers in their understanding of the world. His reputation extended well beyond his home in Antwerp, making him one of the most respected intellectuals of his time. Keywords: Abraham Ortelius portrait, Philippe Galle engraving, 1579 Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Renaissance cartography, Ortelius atlas, historical cartographer portrait, copperplate engraving, Mannerist engravings...

A set of four antique engravings from the year 1845, depicting various insects in a detailed and hand-colored manner. These illustrations are from a scientific publication or a natu...

Antique horse print titled 'La Vraije Methode (..)'. Antique print depicting the schooling of horses. This print originates from 'Methode et Invention Nouvelle de Dresser les Chevaux...

An original antique lithograph from Madou's Vie de Napoléon, published at Brussels in 1827, lettered "ENTRÉE EN SIRIE" in open capitals above the image. A column of the French army c...

Lithograph, signed Alechinsky 77/100. Framed in passepartout. Sight size: 49 x 38 Frame: 69 x 56 Silvered wooden frame with glass. Pierre Alechinsky is a Belgian artist known for ...

An original antique lithograph from Jean-Baptiste Madou's Vie de Napoléon, printed at Brussels in 1827. The sheet is lettered "BANQUET DONNÉ AUX G.x BONAPARTE ET MOREAU." in open cap...

The print, showcasing the Russian Horse, is a lithograph from the Dutch edition of "Paardenrassen Kunstalbum," a series known for its portrayal of variou...

This original antique wood engraving, colored by hand, shows insignia of the Order of the Bath. At upper left (10) is a breast star: a gold cross with patterned arms laid over pale b...

This is an original antique wood engraving, colored by hand, showing insignia of the Kingdom of Saxony. At top left is a silver star of open rays with a gold center lettered in Latin...

This is an original antique wood engraving, colored by hand, showing insignia of the Order of the Netherlands Lion. At the upper left, item 6 is a gold breast star of pointed rays wi...

This is an original antique wood engraving, colored by hand, showing insignia of the Holy Land and of Tunis. At the top is a silver star of pointed rays with a pale blue center ringe...

This is an original antique wood engraving, colored by hand, showing the Sovereign Grand Master of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus in the robes of the order. He stands full l...

An original antique lithograph from Madou's Vie de Napoléon, published at Brussels in 1827. The sheet is lettered "BATAILLE DE BASSANO." in open capitals above the image. Bonaparte, ...

An original antique lithograph from Jean-Baptiste Madou's Vie de Napoléon, published at Brussels in 1827, lettered "PRISE DE MALTE" in open capitals above the image. Open boats crowd...

An original antique lithograph from Jean-Baptiste Madou's Vie de Napoléon, published at Brussels in 1827, lettered "ALLIANCE AVEC LA RÉPUBLIQUE DE S.T MARIN" in open capitals above t...

This is an original antique botanical print, a chromolithograph printed in color, lettered "HOYA MACROPHYLLA Bl." A thick, mottled gray brown stem climbs through the sheet with large...

This is an original antique botanical print, a lithograph printed in a single soft olive gray tone without added color, lettered "ARALIA PENTAPHYLLA Thunb." The drawing shows a whole...

An original antique lithograph from Jean-Baptiste Madou's Vie de Napoléon, printed at Brussels in 1827. The sheet is lettered "18 BRUMAIRE." in open capitals above the image. The hal...

Engraving in Wooden Frame With Religious Scene - 18th Century Print based on the painting of the Flemish artist Erasmus Quellin (1607-1678). The matrix was made by Schelte Adams Bol...

An original antique wood engraving of Noukahiwa in Oceania, an ethnographic costume print from Auguste Wahlen's Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde, published in ...

We present you an engraving based on a painting by a Flemish painter, Erasmus Quellin (1607-1678). The template was made by Schelte Adams Bolswert (1581-1659). The whole is closed ...

Gorgeous Karel Appel lithograph advertising a 1969 exhibition of Karel Appel Lithographs in Brussels, Belgium. This lithograph is signed in pencil by ...

Title: Original Antique Botanical Chromolithograph of Cacao Tree (Theobroma cacao), c. 1880 Description: A superb original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Theobroma cac...

Antique Andalusian Horse Portrait 1898, Spanish Classical Equestrian Lithograph This original antique colour lithograph from 1898 depicts No. 28. Le Cheval Andalous, the Andalusian ...

Title Antique Star Fruit Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten, c. 1880 Description A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithogr...

Title: Antique Banana Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten, c. 1880 Description: A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithograph d...

Title: Antique Papaya Botanical Chromolithograph by Hoola van Nooten, c. 1880 Description: A magnificent original antique botanical chromolithograph depicting Carica papaya L., comm...

Greek Man in Traditional Dress, Hand-Coloured Lithograph, c.1845 This finely hand-coloured lithograph depicts a Greek man in traditional regional costume, published in Auguste Wahle...