The 1905 Ink Beasts Parade: Antique Gallery Wall Collection (A3 Format)

From the QUEEN CITY INKS Archive

The Ink Beasts Parade draws inspiration from a rare, extraordinary collection of turn-of-the-century print advertisements originally published in 1905 by The Queen City Printing Ink Company. Originally designed to showcase the vibrant saturation, precision, and graphic capability of early industrial ink pigments, this historic series features a breathtaking caravan of mythical and real creatures.

Each figure is rendered in a striking, avant-garde style that beautifully anticipates the bold geometry of the Art Deco movement that would arrive decades later.

The Curated Trio Set introduces an effortless way to acquire a cohesive, museum-style gallery wall layout with a single selection.

By grouping three historical masterworks together, this collection creates a commanding visual dialogue in your space. The curious contradiction between formal heraldic posture and whimsical, early 20th-century nursery-rhyme irreverence commands attention across any room, making these pieces profound conversation starters.

Meticulously restored through a contemporary curatorial lens, the collection strips away decades of archival wear while preserving the authentic, warm-toned aged cream patina of the original 1905 publication layouts. The Ink Beasts Parade bridges the gap between historical print heritage and contemporary eclectic interior design.

1. Review the historic lineup below.
2. Select your three favorite layout variations from the variant dropdown menus before checkout.
3. Enjoy an exclusive, comprehensive collector's package discount compared to individual single-print acquisitions.

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1. The Heliotrope Cow – A magnificent polka-dot purple wonder.
2. The Black, Green & Magenta Giraffe – Elegant high-contrast geometry.
3. The Magenta Ponies – A striking pink wild charger pulling a sun-wheel chariot.
4. The Persian Orange Bison – Bold orange-and-black stripes with a whimsical rider.
5. The Yellow Ibexiaticus – A towering horned mountain goat with emerald accents.
6. The Polka-Dot Polar Bear – Vibrant golden yellow with sapphire blue spots.
7. The Bronze Red Lion – A fierce vermilion guardian carrying an ornate rider.
8. The Ceremonial Elephant – A gorgeous gold-and-green patterned sentinel.
9. The Camel Blue Dromedary – Deep cobalt geometric blanket detailing.
10. The Emerald Unicorn Color Bearer – A striking black-and-green heraldic charger.
11. The Princeton Orange Tiger – A beautifully patterned festive wild cat.

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• Medium & Style: Historical Fine-Art Restoration / Early 20th-Century Graphic Symbolism.
• Dimensions: A3 Format per individual print sheet (29.7 x 42.0 cm / approx. 11.7 x 16.5 inches).
• Paper Quality: Hahnemühle German Etching, 310 gsm — heavyweight fine-art paper with a finely textured surface.
• Ink Longevity: Produced using premium archival pigment inks via our printing partners for timeless depth, intense clarity, and permanent color fastness.
• Exclusivity: Curated Archive Release from Atelier Aria Lumae.
• Unframed: Supplied unframed, offering ultimate flexibility for traditional gold-leaf, dark oak, or floating museum-style framing layouts.

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