We offer in this sale old master prints from the end of the 15th Century, rare antique maps, nature history prints and drawings up to the 19th century, to modern &amp; contemporary fine prints.

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Fine Art. Antique Prints, Maps and Drawings / 10-05-2025, 18:00 CET

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This antique Old Master drawing presents a portrait of a man, executed in delicate watercolour and likely originating from Italy in the 18th century. The work showcases the refined style and individualistic character typical of European portraiture from this era. Provenance: The Winfield Robbins print collection of Arlington, Massachusetts. Artist or Maker: European School Dimensions: 22 cm x 20 cm Medium: Watercolour Date: 18th century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

European School – Portrait of a Man – Old Master Watercolour Drawing (18th Century)

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This finely executed Old Master drawing portrays a seated man, captured with soft, expressive watercolour techniques characteristic of 18th-century European portraiture. Likely originating from Italy, the piece reflects the period's artistic emphasis on individual character and refined composition. Provenance: The Winfield Robbins print collection of Arlington, Massachusetts. Artist or Maker: European School Dimensions: 22 cm x 20 cm Medium: Watercolour Date: 18th century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

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This delicate watercolour portrait depicts a young woman identified as "Virginia", rendered in a classical profile pose with soft modeling and muted earthy tones. Her head is adorned with a crown of sculpted roses, and she wears a finely pleated collar that reflects Renaissance or early Romantic influences in dress and styling. The work shows careful attention to facial expression and subtle shading, typical of 19th-century academic studies inspired by antique and allegorical themes. The inscription Virginia andrum appears both on the upper and lower sections of the sheet, suggesting a reference to a historical or literary figure, possibly the Roman maiden Virginia of Verginia, known from Livy's histories. This portrait belongs to the European School tradition, blending portrait study with idealized female representation. Artist or Maker: European School Dimensions: 24 cm × 16 cm Medium: Watercolour on Paper Date: 19th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

European School – Virginia – Watercolour Portrait of a Woman Wearing a Floral Crown (19th Century)

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This original watercolour portrait depicts a man identified as "Didot", dressed in theatrical costume with a buttoned doublet and distinctive tricorn hat. Rendered in a warm sepia palette with dramatic chiaroscuro, the work captures both the character and stage presence of the sitter. According to the attached manuscript note, Didot was an actor from the provinces, performing in both dramatic and tragic roles. He was especially admired for his performances in Lyon and Marseille, where he gained a local following. The inscription below reads: "Mr Didot, acteur de province et un des acteurs tragiques de notre temps, a représenté souvent les grands rôles classiques à Lyon et à Marseille en 1830." The style and physiognomic attention suggest academic training within the French or Italian schools of the early 19th century. Artist or Maker: European School Dimensions: 24 cm × 18 cm Medium: Watercolour on Paper Date: c.1830 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

European School – Didot – Watercolour Portrait of a Provincial Actor in Tricorn Hat (c.1830)

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This is the second edition of the first volume (Tome I) of Les Champignons de France by André Maublanc, published as part of the Encyclopédie Pratique du Naturaliste (Volume XXII). The book includes 96 hand-coloured plates depicting edible and toxic mushroom species found across France. Designed for both amateurs and professional mycologists, it combines detailed taxonomic descriptions with practical observation guidance. Published by Paul Lechevalier, a respected scientific publisher based at 12, Rue de Tournon, Paris, this edition reflects the rich tradition of early 20th-century French natural history publishing. André Maublanc (1880–1958) was a renowned French mycologist and plant pathologist. He served as President of the Société mycologique de France and worked at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris. His contributions to the classification and study of fungi were highly influential in European scientific circles. He is particularly known for his accessible and richly illustrated field guides. Artist or Maker: André Maublanc Dimensions: 16 cm x 12 cm Medium: Illustrated Natural History Book with 96 Hand-Coloured Plates Date: c.1920s&nbsp; Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.