Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Print of a Medieval King in Regal Robes with Scepter
€ 210
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1845
Sheet size
30.3 × 22.3 cm (11.9 × 8.8 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14024-2-5
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Good condition overall. Strong, clear impression with vibrant original hand-coloring. Some light toning and minor spotting in the margins, as expected for age. Image area is clean and margins are ample, ideal for framing.
About this sheet
Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Print of a Medieval King in Regal Robes with Scepter
This striking hand-colored engraving from 1845 depicts a majestic medieval king standing in full ceremonial regalia. Draped in flowing robes of rose-pink, royal blue, and gold trim, the figure exudes authority and solemnity. He holds a long, golden scepter in one hand and gestures with the other, possibly in the act of blessing or proclamation. His full gray beard, golden crown, and richly detailed garments emphasize his status and symbolic power.
Behind him, a voluminous cloth backdrop and a pair of tasseled cushions suggest a throne setting, reinforcing the impression of courtly ritual and royal presence. The inscription “MCCCC. No 5” beneath the base identifies the style of the costume as c.1400, rendered with 19th-century precision and flair during the height of the Gothic Revival.
This print is part of a larger French series illustrating medieval and ecclesiastical figures, created during a time of renewed interest in medieval history, chivalric ideals, and religious pageantry. Such images were popular with historians, designers, and collectors of the decorative arts, and often appeared in costume books, theatrical references, and architectural treatises.
Good condition overall. Strong, clear impression with vibrant original hand-coloring. Some light toning and minor spotting in the margins, as expected for age. Image area is clean and margins are ample, ideal for framing.
Framing tip: This commanding portrait of a medieval monarch would display beautifully in a dark walnut, black, or gold-leafed frame with a warm neutral mat. Ideal as a centerpiece or as part of a themed collection. UV-filtering glass is recommended to preserve the richness of the colors.
