I’ve shared quite a few vintage butterfly collections on Pictureboxblue over the years, but these illustrations are a little different. Rather than focusing solely on butterflies and moths, many of …
These antique maps of the Greek islands and eastern Mediterranean created by Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville, one of the most respected cartographers of the eighteenth century. Most of the maps focus …
If you’ve spent any time browsing Picture Box Blue, you’ll know I have a soft spot for vintage fairy tale prints. From the magical forests and trolls of John Bauer …
Step into fashionable Paris before the French Revolution with these stunning hand-coloured fashion plates from Galerie des Modes et Costumes Français. Published between 1778 and 1787, these elegant illustrations capture …
Over 50 wonderfully detailed vintage fish prints from Marcus Elieser Bloch’s famous 18th-century natural history albums. With beautifully hand-coloured scales, rich hues, and intricate scientific detail, these free public-domain fish …
If you love vintage florals, you’re going to adore this collection of Victorian botanical prints. Packed with over 120 beautifully detailed flower illustrations from Edwards’ Botanical Register, these antique blooms …
If you love vintage cookbooks, quirky historical recipes, and beautiful old illustrations, you’re going to adore this deep dive into Mrs Beeton’s famous cookbook. “The Book of Household Management”. It’s …
I recently came across this rather lovely old album; it’s one of those collections that immediately pulls you in. Page after page of hand-painted fruits, some familiar, others completely baffling, …
Dreaming of vintage Japan? These beautiful 1930s Japanese travel posters are packed with bold colours, scenic landscapes and retro charm. Best of all, they’re high-resolution and free to download. Perfect …
I’ve come across some beautiful Japanese pattern books recently, and this one is a bit of a hidden gem. The series is called Nippon: A Collection of Designs for Silk …
These 49 gorgeous Art Nouveau botanical patterns show how flowers and leaves were turned into decorative art. Download the gorgeous vintage prints for free. If you love Art Nouveau design, …
This collection features even more wildflower illustrations from the 1907 edition of Wild Flowers of the British Isles by Harriet Isabel Adams. Delicate, detailed, and beautifully observed, these public domain …
30 Free vintage botanical prints from Carl Hoffmann. Straight from a beautiful1800s plant book. Expect colourful flowers, leafy diagrams and satisfyingly orderly botanical layouts, all ready for crafting, collage, wall …
Discover beautiful vintage mineralogy charts from Illustrierte Mineralogie by Adolf Kenngott and Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert. Elegant crystal diagrams and classic science illustrations. Free to download for wall art, classrooms, …
Step into the world of Art Nouveau fashion with these stunning Paul Poiret illustrations. Full of dramatic silhouettes, decorative detail, and vintage charm, these free public domain prints are ideal …
A free printable 2026 calendar featuring my favourite vintage images from Pictureboxblue over the past year. Download month-by-month or grab the full-year PDF to print at home or send to …
Love vintage flower art? Discover these beautiful wildflower illustrations from Flowers of Mountain and Plain by Edith S. Clements. These free printable vintage botanicals capture the colour and charm of …
Discover the delightful world of Õmochae: vintage Japanese toy prints from the late Edo and Meiji periods-colourful woodblock pictures made for children, full of animals, toys, and everyday objects. Playful …
Obsessed with bones, illustrations, or Halloween flair? These 20 vintage skeleton prints are your new best friend. Whether you’re into anatomical art, gothic décor, or spooky crafts, these high-resolution, public …
Step into the world of 19th-century Japan with these stunning mushroom paintings from Baien Kinpu. Free to download and perfect for art lovers, crafters, and nature fans. I don’t know …
Looking for quirky Halloween printables? Download free spooky vintage art, skeleton calendars, posters, and macabre illustrations. If you’re looking for something a little different for your Halloween decor this year, …