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Antique Antelope Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816
£455 ($605, €540)
Period original, not a reproduction.
Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.
- Date
- 1816
- Size
- 14.3 × 17.6 in (36.3 × 44.7 cm)
- Condition
- Good. Good antique condition with age-related toning, scattered light foxing, and minor marginal wear consistent with age. Original hand coloring remains attractive and well preserved.
- Period
- Early 19th century
- Section
- Mammals
- Reference
- f_50191152
Antique Antelope Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1816
This elegant early 19th-century hand-colored lithograph by the celebrated Swiss natural history artist Karl Joseph Brodtmann depicts two graceful antelope species rendered with remarkable delicacy and refinement. Produced in 1816, the composition combines scientific accuracy with the understated elegance characteristic of the finest European zoological illustration of the period.
The print features a young “Corinna Antelope” alongside the larger “Bubalis” antelope, both carefully observed and depicted with soft naturalistic coloration. Their slender legs, refined facial features, and beautifully curved horns are rendered with exceptional subtlety, while the sparse landscape setting enhances the sense of openness and calm. The restrained palette of warm browns, soft creams, and muted greens gives the print a highly sophisticated decorative quality.
Karl Joseph Brodtmann was one of the pioneers of natural history lithography and is admired today for his ability to combine scientific precision with artistic elegance. His works were produced during the formative years of lithographic printing and are increasingly sought after by collectors of natural history, safari art, and early zoological illustration.
This particular sheet possesses a serene and timeless quality that works exceptionally well in both traditional and modern interiors. The balanced composition and soft coloration make it especially suitable for country houses, libraries, safari-inspired interiors, studies, luxury lodge-style decoration, or curated gallery walls. Compared to more dramatic zoological subjects, this print has a refined quietness that appeals strongly to interior designers seeking subtle sophistication.
The visual presentation matters enormously with this piece. Framed in dark walnut with wide oatmeal matting, the lithograph takes on a museum-like appearance with considerable warmth and depth. It also displays beautifully in lightly gilt or black lacquer frames for more contemporary interiors.
The print is an original antique lithograph from 1816, not a reproduction. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The piece is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be to scale with the original.
Condition report:
Good antique condition with age-related toning, scattered light foxing, and minor marginal wear consistent with age. Original hand coloring remains attractive and well preserved.
Framing tips:
This lithograph displays exceptionally well in dark walnut, black lacquer, or lightly gilt frames paired with a wide ivory or oatmeal mat. Its refined zoological subject and warm natural palette make it particularly suitable for libraries, studies, country interiors, safari-inspired spaces, or sophisticated gallery walls.
Technique: Hand-colored lithograph
Maker: Karl Joseph Brodtmann, Switzerland, 1816
