{"title":"Vintage Chromolithographs, Paintings and Prints","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"242\"\u003eVintage chromolithographs, paintings, and prints are more than just decor—they are windows into history, culture, and craftsmanship. Each piece reflects a moment in time, from traditional artistic techniques to changing cultural influences. Whether you're a collector or simply looking for something unique, these artworks add depth and character to any space, preserving stories that might otherwise be forgotten.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"portrait-of-tippoo-saib-tippu-sultan-ca-1840","title":"Portrait of Tippoo Saib (Tippu Sultan), ca. 1840","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique steel engraving titled Portrait of Tippoo Saib (Tippu Sultan) dates to circa 1840 and represents one of the enduring European visual interpretations of the Mysore ruler. The portrait presents Tipu Sultan in a formal, dignified manner, reflecting both his historical prominence and the fascination he held for British and European audiences in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engraving is the work of John Cochran (1821–1865), a skilled British engraver known for his refined handling of steel plates — a medium that allowed for exceptional detail, sharper lines, and longer print runs than earlier copper engravings. Cochran’s precision, tonal depth, and clarity are evident in the controlled line work and balanced composition of this print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original image is attributed to William Daniell RA (1769–1837), an important British artist and Royal Academician celebrated for his extensive visual documentation of India. Daniell’s works played a formative role in shaping European perceptions of India in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, combining topographical accuracy with a distinctly European artistic lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving was published by George Virtue (1794–1868), a prominent London publisher renowned for producing high-quality illustrated books and prints intended for a wide readership. Virtue’s publications are now valued for their craftsmanship and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is presented with an off-white mount and encased in a black frame, giving it a clean, archival presentation that complements the engraving without distracting from its detail. As a historical artefact, this piece reflects the collaborative nature of 19th-century printmaking — artist, engraver, and publisher — and makes a compelling addition for collectors of antique engravings, Indian historical portraits, and colonial-era visual culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034354254122,"sku":null,"price":5900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20251227_113251.png?v=1768139089"},{"product_id":"in-the-south-of-the-deccan-1863-durbar-of-an-indigenous-prince-india","title":"In the South of the Deccan, 1863 – Durbar of an Indigenous Prince, India","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique woodcut print titled \"In the South of the Deccan, 1863 – Durbar of an Indigenous Prince, India\" originates from a mid to late 19th-century European publication documenting princely courts and ceremonial life in colonial India. The scene depicts a formal durbar in the Deccan region, offering a detailed visual record of courtly hierarchy, attire, and architectural setting during the mid-19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is based on a drawing by Émile Bayard, executed after a photograph from the album of Mr. Grandidier, and reflects the period’s practice of translating early photography into printed imagery for wider circulation. Bayard’s interpretation preserves both narrative clarity and ethnographic detail, making the image valuable as a historical and cultural document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood engraving is credited to Henri Théophile Hildibrand, whose name appears at the lower right of the print. Hildibrand was a respected 19th-century French wood engraver, active at a time when illustrated journals, travel accounts, and colonial publications depended on master engravers to reproduce photographs and drawings. His work is distinguished by precise line engraving, tonal depth, and compositional balance — qualities that are clearly visible in this print. Through engravers like Hildibrand, photographic images were transformed into enduring visual records well before modern printing technologies emerged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is presented in a black frame, lending it a clean, archival presence while allowing the intricacy of the engraving to remain the focal point. Collectively, this piece represents both a historical view of princely India and an important example of 19th-century European wood engraving, making it well-suited for collectors of antique prints, colonial-era imagery, and Indian historical art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034354286890,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20251227_103746.png?v=1768138989"},{"product_id":"vintage-ravi-varma-chromolithograph-nataraj","title":"Vintage Ravi Varma Chromolithograph - Nataraja","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare vintage Ravi Varma chromolithograph of Nataraj captures one of the most iconic depictions of Shiva — the cosmic dancer in motion, balancing creation and destruction with effortless grace. Even after a century, the artwork holds an energy that feels alive, with the classic Ravi Varma detailing that makes his devotional prints so universally loved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in the early 20th century, this oleograph has the gentle softness and colour tonality typical of original period chromolithographs. The ageing is natural and reassuring — the kind that tells you the piece has been preserved with care, without losing its character or depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork comes in its original wooden frame, which adds to its charm and authenticity. The frame shows expected signs of age but remains strong and true to its time, offering the artwork the dignity of being seen just as it would have been displayed generations ago.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034359955754,"sku":null,"price":17500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/Photoroom-20251211-114132204_ebbf2278-20c3-4002-8169-19ab18598429.png?v=1768139403"},{"product_id":"vintage-embellished-ravi-varma-chromolithograph-shiv-parivar","title":"Vintage Embellished Ravi Varma Chromolithograph - Shiv Parivar","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare vintage Ravi Varma chromolithograph of Shiva Parivar is one of those pieces that immediately draws you in with its quiet beauty. Shiva, Parvati, and young Ganesha sit together in a moment of calm companionship, with Nandi resting faithfully in the foreground — a scene that feels deeply familiar to anyone who has grown up around Indian devotional art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in the early 20th century, this oleograph has the gentle, graceful ageing that only time can give. What makes this artwork even more special is the hand embellishment added by its original owner. It’s subtle, personal, and adds a layer of texture that makes the print feel loved and lived-with — something many collectors look for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece still sits in its original wooden frame, which carries its own story. The frame shows natural signs of age but remains sturdy, grounding the artwork in its era and giving it an authenticity that modern reproductions simply cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034359988522,"sku":null,"price":19800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20251127_103843_50b4ceb7-6c9a-4486-9bfb-3b9063a367de.png?v=1768223933"},{"product_id":"antique-woodcut-engraving-mandapam-of-hundred-pillars","title":"Antique Woodcut Engraving - Mandapam of Hundred Pillars","description":"\u003cp\u003eA finely detailed engraving titled Mandapam des Cent-Colonnes at Hindouravée (Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu), created in 1880 by the French engraver Charles Laplante (1837–1903). The print showcases the grandeur of the 100-pillar hall, highlighting its intricate architecture and spiritual ambiance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaplante, renowned for his precise wood and steel engravings for 19th-century illustrated periodicals, captured Indian temples and monuments with both documentary accuracy and artistic flair. This engraving reflects the European fascination with India’s sacred architecture and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is unmounted and presented in a simple black frame, preserving the original paper and enhancing its historic authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034360021290,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20251026_121338.png?v=1768139587"},{"product_id":"vintage-woodcut-engraving-religious-gathering-of-jains","title":"Vintage Woodcut Engraving - Religious Gathering of Jains","description":"\u003cp\u003eA finely detailed woodcut engraving depicting a Jain religious gathering in Bombay (now Mumbai), published in The Illustrated London News in 1875 and attributed to the French engraver Charles Laplante (1837–1903). Known for his intricate line work and contributions to leading 19th-century illustrated periodicals, Laplante captured scenes of global life for a European audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving reflects the Victorian fascination with India’s diverse religious traditions, rendered with characteristic precision and depth. 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The composition typically features temple ruins and surrounding landscapes, with small human figures adding a sense of scale and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is believed to represent the historic site of Maner in Bihar, home to the tomb of Makhdum Shah Daulet, a 17th-century Sufi monument built in 1616. A fine example of 19th-century travel engraving, it captures both the artistic precision and romantic sensibility that characterized European depictions of the Indian subcontinent. 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The image is believed to derive from Le Tour du Monde (1862-1864, published in 1869 by Edouard Charton, Hachette, Paris), in the section “Voyage in the Meridional Provinces of India,” following Alfred Grandidier’s travels. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted with bold relief lines characteristic of woodcut technique, the engraving conveys both sensationalism and documentary interest, as was common in mid-19th century illustrated travel publications. 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After drawings by William Daniell, this engraving depicts the monumental approach to Elephanta Island — also known as Gharapuri, meaning the ‘city of caves.’ Located in Mumbai Harbour, east of Mumbai, the island is renowned for its rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. A fine example of 19th-century travel illustration, this work reflects the period’s European fascination with India’s antiquities and cultural heritage. 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The composition captures Hanuman’s unwavering devotion and divine strength as he serves the princes of Ayodhya during their forest exile. Ram and Lakshmana, shown serene and composed, symbolize virtue and dharma, while Hanuman—muscular and in motion—embodies selfless service and unwavering loyalty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted at the Malavli Press, one of the satellite presses established under the Ravi Varma Press network after the original press was relocated and eventually dissolved, this chromolithograph dates to the early 20th century. Malavli Press was among the successors that helped carry forward Ravi Varma’s vision—bringing classical Indian iconography into mass-printed visual culture using the technique of chromolithography, which allowed for vibrant, layered color printing at scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print, like many from the Ravi Varma Press legacy, played a seminal role in shaping popular devotional imagery in India—bridging fine art with domestic religious life. Framed in a simple black wooden frame that subtly offsets the rich colors of the print, the piece stands as both a spiritual object and a cultural artifact—echoing the artistic and technological legacy of India’s earliest modern print movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362642730,"sku":null,"price":9800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20251212-183116.png?v=1770055782"},{"product_id":"vintage-chromolithograph-burak","title":"Vintage Chromolithograph - Burak","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage chromolithograph titled Burak is a striking representation of the mythical steed Buraq, central to Islamic tradition as the creature that carried the Prophet Muhammad during his celestial Night Journey (Isra and Mi'raj). Typically shown with wings and a human face, Buraq embodies divine transport, spiritual elevation, and the fusion of the earthly with the celestial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished by Hemchander Bhargava Press of Dariba, Delhi, this work reflects the rich syncretic visual culture of early 20th-century India. Bhargava Press was renowned for producing devotional and narrative imagery across religious lines, making sacred and mythological stories accessible to a wide audience through affordable prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe credit \"Bolton F.A.L. Works, Tardeo\", appearing at the bottom right, refers to a Bombay-based lithographic press known for its advanced printing capabilities. Though the image was issued by Bhargava Press, the actual chromolithographic printing was outsourced to Bolton—a common practice at the time. This collaboration highlights the interconnected network of regional publishers and industrial printers who together shaped India’s early mass visual culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFramed in a rustic gold frame that accentuates its historical gravitas, this chromolithograph is not only a devotional object but also a valuable artifact from the golden age of Indian printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362675498,"sku":null,"price":8900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250619_154402.png?v=1768224550"},{"product_id":"vintage-embellished-print-ayodhya-rama","title":"Vintage Embellished Print - Ayodhya Rama","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking vintage embellished print depicting Lord Rama in Ayodhya, standing with Sita and Lakshmana by his side, while Hanuman bows in deep obeisance at their feet. This serene and devotional composition captures a timeless moment of reverence and divine presence—Rama as the noble protector, Sita in quiet grace, Lakshmana in loyal attendance, and Hanuman in eternal devotion. The print is adorned with subtle hand-applied embellishments that bring out intricate details in the clothing and halos, adding depth and visual richness. Framed in a rustic golden frame that enhances its vintage character, this piece is both a sacred tribute and a soulful décor accent that adds warmth and cultural resonance to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034364182826,"sku":null,"price":8900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250610_115809_88d39fe6-5540-4272-b1d1-d290e22aecc3.png?v=1768218212"},{"product_id":"vintage-steel-cut-engraving-benares","title":"Vintage Steel Cut Engraving - Benares","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 19th-century steel-cut engraving transports you to the ghats of Benares (now Varanasi)—India’s eternal city and spiritual heart. At its center stands the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and among the most sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. This original print is taken from Meyer’s Universum, published in Germany around 1850. This monumental series—conceived by Joseph Meyer (1796–1856), a pioneering German publisher and industrialist—brought the world to European drawing rooms through finely detailed steel engravings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecuted in the exacting steel-engraving technique prized for its precision and permanence, this piece captures both the architectural splendour and the sacred rhythm of life along the Ganges. 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Shiva is shown enthroned at the center, dressed in elaborate robes and ornaments, flanked by Parvati and their son Ganesha, emphasizing lineage, order, and divine authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the throne appears Nandi, Shiva’s vahana, rendered in a submissive yet watchful posture. Mount Kailash, Shiva’s mythological abode, forms the backdrop, situating the scene within its cosmological setting while reinforcing Shiva’s sovereignty over both the spiritual and terrestrial realms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is produced using chromolithography, a technique that gained prominence in India in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and enabled the mass circulation of richly coloured religious imagery. 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The figure is rendered with characteristic elegance, marked by stylised features, fluid posture, and a sense of quiet poise typical of southern visual idioms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe veena culminates in a yali finial, a distinctive South Indian mythical motif symbolising protection and auspicious power, frequently seen in temple architecture and decorative arts. The painting is further distinguished by its vibrant yet harmonious colour composition, enhanced by the reverse glass technique, which lends exceptional luminosity and depth to the pigments. 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She is shown sitting gracefully on a lotus flower with a Veena, an Indian musical instrument, in her hands.  The chromolithograph was printed at Malavli Press, a renowned printing press located in the Malavli village of Maharashtra, India. 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This depiction connects with a unique tradition at Jagannatha Temple in Puri, where fish from the sacred Markanda temple tank is offered to the presiding goddess, Vimala, on Durga Ashtami. Despite signs of aging on the right side, the painting is beautifully presented in a vintage wooden frame.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034366968106,"sku":null,"price":18500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/PhotoRoom-20240114-101220.png?v=1767848306"},{"product_id":"vintage-tanjore-painting-kartikeya-and-consorts","title":"Vintage Tanjore Painting - Kartikeya and Consorts","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an exquisite vintage Tanjore painting portraying Lord Kartikeya alongside his consorts, Valli and Deivanai. Crafted in the 19th century, this masterpiece captures the Lord wielding a divine spear (Vel) with his peacock vahana behind him. 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The artist's expert use of color, shading, and texture creates a visual feast for the senses, as every detail is rendered with utmost care and precision. From the intricate patterns on the Lord's vibrant attire to the delicate lines that define his features, the oleograph exudes a sense of reverence and devotion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・・・\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have a deep appreciation for vintage oleographs, and the process of restoring them is genuinely gratifying. 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The composition includes attendant figures identified as Hanuman, tentatively recognised by his curled tail, and Garuda, identifiable by his wings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVishnu is distinguished by his traditional attributes, including the lotus (padma) and conch shell (shankha). The scene represents a cosmological moment preceding creation, in which Vishnu rests before generating Brahma and entrusting him with the act of creating the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced through chromolithography (oleography), prints such as this enabled Raja Ravi Varma’s mythological imagery to circulate widely in domestic and devotional settings during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. 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Often found climbing through hedgerows, fences, and grasslands, the plant has long attracted admiration for the beauty of its delicate white or pale pink blooms, despite its reputation as a vigorous and persistent grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe illustration captures the plant with remarkable clarity and detail, highlighting the qualities that made botanical art an essential tool for both education and appreciation of the natural world. Works such as Hulme's introduced readers to Britain's native flora through carefully observed and beautifully reproduced colour plates, many of which remain highly sought after by collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented \u003cstrong\u003eunframed but professionally mounted\u003c\/strong\u003e, the print is ready for display or may be framed according to personal preference. 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Its age, visual appeal, and connection to one of the most popular botanical publications of the era make it an attractive piece for collectors of antique prints, natural history, and Victorian ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a century after its creation, this Wood Sorrel illustration continues to capture the quiet elegance of one of Britain's most enchanting woodland plants, preserving a moment from the rich tradition of Victorian botanical publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51680948748586,"sku":null,"price":1900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/P1030025.jpg?v=1781009955"},{"product_id":"antique-water-ranunculus-botanical-print","title":"Water Ranunculus (Ranunculus aquatilis and related species) | Vintage Botanical Print from Familiar Wild Flowers F. 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