Description
Presenting an original c. 1890 stone lithograph of rich medieval heraldry and costume, depicting two ornately dressed figures amid a diagonal arrangement of heraldic shields. A standing man in tunic, hose, and feathered hat accompanies a large coat of arms with helmet and intricate crest, while a woman in elaborate historical dress holds a small multi-compartmented shield. A beige ground, a patterned diagonal band, and varied heraldic devices — animals, bells, and a golden gear — complete this engaging composition steeped in the romance of chivalry.
Style & Significance:
A small-format antique print with Art Nouveau sensibility, this piece reflects the popular late-19th-century fascination with medieval heraldry and historical costume. Executed by anonymous artists for the celebrated Boston firm of Prang & Co. — America’s foremost color printer of the era — it exemplifies the fine color lithography that made Prang’s productions treasured by collectors.
Technique & Condition:
This authentic original stone lithograph is presented in an acid-free, museum-quality 16″ x 20″ presentation mat, ready for framing. As with all of Prang & Co.’s chromolithographic art, the color reproduction is polished and true, retaining the vivid charm of the period and displaying beautifully framed.
Collecting Context:
Offered by our IVPDA-certified vintage poster gallery with authenticity guaranteed, this genuine antique poster appeals to collectors of heraldry, medieval costume illustration, and decorative Victorian print art alike — a distinctive and sought-after piece for the discerning vintage poster collection.
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