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The best vintage and antique illustrated books in the public domain (with free downloads!)
“There is a strange idea abroad that in every subject the ancient books…
7 of the best vintage rose illustrations in the public domain
Ah roses. The MOST classic flower of all, used in design and art…
The 12 best vintage bird illustrations in the public domain
12 of the best vintage bird illustrations from the public domain plus a whole gallery of over 800!
Tags: bird of paradise, birds, crow, hummingbird, owls, raven, swallow
14 of the best vintage anatomy illustrations in the public domain – and their gory history!
I think there’s something oddly beautiful about vintage anatomy illustrations, and judging from…
Vintage flower illustrations by Jane C Loudon – sci-fi writer and botanical watercolorist
I love love loooove 19th-century botanical illustration! So when I came across this…
10 of the best vintage Mushroom illustrations available for free download!
Tumbling toadstools! We love ourselves a good vintage mushroom illustration around these parts,…
7 of the best vintage fairy illustrations by Warwick Goble
Whimsical, magical, ethereal! These are just a few words that sprung to mind when I recently discovered the exquisite work of British illustrator Warwick Goble. I love that my work here gives me an excuse to spend hours going down internet rabbit holes so I can find you guys the most amazing images from the public domain!
Tags: fairy, fairy illustrations, vintage fairy illustrations, warwick goble
Free Halloween Illustrations from the Public Domain
Fall has officially started, which means I’m officially excited for all things Halloween!…
12 Vintage Easter Greetings & Illustrations
Hey everyone! Hope everyone is enjoying the start of Spring. To usher in…
Tags: Easter
26 Vintage Dog Illustrations in the Public Domain
Wow, so who likes dogs? You know I do. I just curated 26…
Tags: 19th century, book illustration, dogs
Vintage Fairy Illustrations in the Public Domain
I’ve been dying to curate a new collection of vintage fairy illustrations. In…
Public Domain Illustrations of the Great Barrier Reef
The illustrations above capture such marine life as starfish, urchins, corals, and sea…
Tags: sea life
13 Vintage Birthday Images in the Public Domain
Brace yourselves. I went on a serious birthday card archiving binge today! I…
Tags: birthday
11 Vintage Advertisements: Food & Beverage
Yep, I’m still hungry after that chocolate post. On the menu today are…
Tags: advertising
27 Vintage Chocolate Illustrations From 1909
27 FREE vintage chocolate illustrations in the public domain. Full-color chocolate candies, fudge, caramels, and more!