Antique Gemstone Prints, Blue & Green Minerals, Bauer c.1900 Set of 4
€ 750
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1900
Mapmaker / artist
E. Ohmann after Bauer, Germany, circa 1900
Technique
Chromolithograph
Sheet size
28 × 19 cm (11.0 × 7.5 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13156-2, -3, -6, -8
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 with age-related toning and occasional light spotting, mainly in the margins. The images remain clean and well-preserved with strong color. Minor signs of handling consistent with age.
About this sheet
Antique Gemstone Prints Set of 4, Blue & Green Minerals, Bauer c.1900 A refined and visually balanced set of four antique gemstone prints, published circa 1900 in Bauer’s Edelsteinkunde (2nd edition), illustrating a selection of minerals and cut stones in soft, natural tones.
Each plate combines scientific precision with an elegant decorative quality, depicting gemstones both in their raw mineral form and as faceted stones. The compositions are carefully arranged, with subtle shading and delicate coloration that create a sense of depth and clarity.
The harmonious palette of cool blues, greens, and neutral tones makes this set particularly suitable for contemporary interiors, while the clean layout and refined aesthetic allow it to integrate equally well into more classical or study-style settings.
Originally intended as educational illustrations, these prints today function as striking decorative works, offering both visual interest and historical character. When framed together, they form a cohesive wall composition with a calm and sophisticated presence.
The prints are sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only.
Good condition with age-related toning and occasional light spotting, mainly in the margins. The images remain clean and well-preserved with strong color. Minor signs of handling consistent with age.
Framing tips: These prints benefit greatly from generous matting. A wide off-white or ivory mat with a thin dark frame (black, bronze, or walnut) enhances their clarity and elevates them to a museum-style presentation. Best displayed as a tight 2×2 grid for a balanced and refined look.
