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Fine Art. Antique Prints, Maps and Drawings / 23-08-2025, 18:00 CET

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This antique engraving by Dominique Vivant Denon depicts a panoramic view of Cairo and its surroundings, capturing the city’s architectural landmarks and landscape during the early 19th century. The image is taken from Denon’s Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Égypte, pendant les campagnes de Bonaparte (Journey in Lower and Upper Egypt during the Campaigns of Bonaparte), published by Samuel Bagster in London in 1809. Denon’s work combines precise topographical detail with artistic composition, providing a vivid visual record of Egypt during Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign. Dominique Vivant Denon (1747–1825) was a French artist, writer, diplomat, and archaeologist, best known for his role as the official artist on Napoleon’s Egyptian expedition. His detailed sketches, engravings, and writings contributed significantly to European knowledge of Egyptian antiquities and culture. Denon later became the first director of the Louvre Museum in Paris, playing a key role in shaping modern museum practice. Artist or Maker: Dominique Vivant Denon Dimensions: 48 cm x 55 cm Medium: Engraving Date: 1809 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.

Dominique Vivant Denon (1747–1825) – Topography – View of Cairo and Surroundings (Vue générale de la ville du Caire et environs) – Engraving (1809)

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This allegorical etching by Daniel Meisner shows a panoramic view of the Italian town of Nocera Umbra in Umbria, depicted in fine detail with its clustered rooftops and hilltop setting. Above the city, a winged donkey soars through the sky, while in the foreground an artist lies discarded on the ground. The Latin and German verses below lament the devaluation of true art in favor of foolishness and pretense—typical of the satirical and moralizing tone in Meisner’s emblematic city views. The title at the top reads: “Ubo künstleyt, gilt ungeschicklichkeit” (“Where art is, clumsiness is honored”), reinforcing the central message. This print is part of Meisner’s Thesaurus Philo-Politicus (Political and Philosophical Treasury), a vast emblem book that combined real topographical views with emblematic figures and philosophical mottos, printed in Frankfurt and Nuremberg during the early 17th century. Artist: Daniel Meisner Dimensions: 10 x 15 cm Medium: Etching Date: 1626 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.

Daniel Meisner – Nocera Umbra (Nocerra in Umbria) – Original Etching

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This detailed engraving, titled "The Indians in Otaheite, dancing", is Plate N° 4 from the official account of Captain James Cook's First Voyage, compiled by John Hawkesworth, and published in 1773. The print vividly depicts a lively scene in a Tahitian bay, showing indigenous people on the shore and in various types of traditional boats (outrigger canoes/proas), with mountains in the background. It offers an 18th-century European glimpse into the customs and daily life of Pacific Islanders observed during the expedition. The engraving itself was executed by professional engravers based on sketches and observations from the voyage. Captain James Cook (1728–1779) was a distinguished British naval officer, navigator, and explorer. He led three celebrated voyages of discovery to the Pacific Ocean, significantly contributing to cartography and geographical knowledge. His expeditions accurately charted vast areas of the Pacific, greatly advancing European understanding of world geography. John Hawkesworth (1715–1773) was an English writer and editor, commissioned by the British Admiralty to compile and edit the official narrative of Captain Cook's voyages, which included numerous detailed engravings. Artist or Maker: Captain James Cook &amp; John Hawkesworth Dimensions: Approximately 20 cm x 30 cm Medium: Engraving Date: 1773 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.

Captain James Cook (1728–1779) & John Hawkesworth (1715–1773) – Indians in Otaheite (Tahiti), Dancing – Engraving (1773)

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This detailed engraving, depicting an elaborate interior scene, showcases the Mogul Emperors' Court in Hindustan. The print illustrates a Nabob (Moersoula), identified as a Field Lord of Aurangzeb, seated on a richly decorated carpet, seemingly "amused with his Wives and Freers in his Women's Chamber". Numerous figures in traditional attire are gathered around, engaged in courtly activities, all framed by an intricate archway revealing another room. This illustration originates from François Valentijn’s monumental work, "Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën" (Old and New East-Indies), published in 1724, providing a rare 18th-century European glimpse into Indian court life and customs. François Valentijn (1666–1727) was a Dutch minister, naturalist, and prolific author whose extensive travels and research in the Dutch East Indies formed the basis of his encyclopedic publication. His multi-volume "Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën" is celebrated for its comprehensive accounts of the history, geography, ethnography, and natural history of the region. Richly illustrated with numerous maps and views, Valentijn's work remains an indispensable primary source for the study of the Dutch colonial empire and Asian trade during the early 18th century. Artist or Maker: François Valentijn Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraving Date: 1724 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.

François Valentijn (1666–1727) – Mogul Emperors' Court (Nabob in his Women's Chamber) – Hindustan – Engraving (1724)

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This original 18th-century hand-colored engraving depicts "Esclave Favori du Roi de Congo" (Favorite Slave of the King of Congo). The male figure is shown walking, carrying an umbrella and bundles over his shoulder, and a shield on his back. He is adorned with a headwrap and a patterned skirt, along with a red strap across his chest. The background features a simple landscape with mountains. This ethnographic illustration, engraved by Grasset, reflects the period’s fascination with diverse cultures and traditions from around the world. The meticulous rendering and vibrant hand-coloring capture the details of traditional attire and objects. Jean-Baptiste Labrousse (active 1770s-1790s) was a French engraver of the late 18th century. He was known for his contributions to ethnographic and travel illustrations, often translating drawings by other artists into detailed engravings. His works frequently appeared in large encyclopedic compilations documenting diverse cultures, costumes, and traditions from around the world. Labrousse's engravings played a significant role in visually informing European audiences about the non-European world during the Age of Enlightenment, combining detailed observation with fine engraving techniques to produce informative and aesthetically pleasing prints. Artist or Maker: Jean-Baptiste Labrousse Dimensions: Approximately 27 × 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: Late 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.

Jean-Baptiste Labrousse (fl. 1770s-1790s) – Esclave Favori du Roi de Congo (Favorite Slave of the King of Congo) – Hand-colored Engraving (Late 18th Century)


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This vibrant hand-colored engraving depicts a man and a woman in traditional Chinese attire, identified by the French title "Hommes &amp; Femmes Chinois.". The man is shown holding a branch with leaves or flowers, while the woman holds a basket of flowers, set against a background of pagoda-like structures. Designed by L.A.F. and directed by A. St. Vincent, this print is part of an ethnographic series consistent with the style and subjects from works like Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur's compilations of world costumes and customs, published in 1797. It offers an 18th-century visual record of Chinese customs and traditional dress. Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1832) was a French diplomat, traveler, and prolific author, widely recognized for his illustrated works on world costumes and customs. His comprehensive compilations, such as "Tableaux des principaux peuples de l'Europe, de l'Asie, de l'Afrique, de l'Amérique" (1796-1797), aimed to document the diverse peoples of the world and were influential in shaping European perceptions of other cultures. F. Labrousse was a French engraver active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, frequently collaborating with artists and authors like Grasset de Saint-Sauveur to produce detailed plates for illustrated publications. Artist or Maker: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: 1797 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.

Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1832) – Chinese Men and Women (Hommes & Femmes Chinois) – Hand-colored Engraving (1797)

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This original 18th-century hand-colored engraving depicts "Guerrier de Loango" (Warrior of Loango). The figure, a male warrior, is shown standing, holding a spear, and adorned with elaborate headwear, a necklace, and a patterned skirt. The background features a simple landscape with mountains. This ethnographic illustration, drawn by J.G.S. Drouais and engraved by Jean-Baptiste Labrousse, reflects the period’s fascination with diverse cultures and traditions from around the world. The meticulous rendering and vibrant hand-coloring capture the details of traditional attire and weaponry. Jean-Baptiste Labrousse (active 1770s-1790s) was a French engraver of the late 18th century. He was known for his contributions to ethnographic and travel illustrations, often translating drawings by other artists into detailed engravings. His works frequently appeared in large encyclopedic compilations documenting diverse cultures, costumes, and traditions from around the world. Labrousse's engravings played a significant role in visually informing European audiences about the non-European world during the Age of Enlightenment, combining detailed observation with fine engraving techniques to produce informative and aesthetically pleasing prints. Artist or Maker: Jean-Baptiste Labrousse Dimensions: Approximately 27 × 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: Late 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.