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How can I tell if an engraving is real?
Whether or not an engraving is real depends on the material, region, or era the engraving is from. Consult an encyclopedia or art expert for precise information on the authenticity of an engraving. Find a collection of expertly-vetted engravings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Framed 19th Century Engraving of Sailboat, London
Located in Atlanta, GA
Framed 19th Century Engraving of Sailboat, London
Category

Antique 19th Century English Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

19th Century Engraving, under Glass, Depicting "the Family Museum"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th century engraving, under glass, depicting "The Family Museum". Measures: H 21cm, L 14cm, P
Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Prints

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Paper

Pair of Early 19th Century Engravings of Raffael & Michelangelo
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of early 19th century engravings of Raffael and Michelangelo, professionally framed in modern
Category

Early 19th Century Renaissance Portrait Prints

Materials

Engraving

19th Century Engraving, under Glass, Representing an Elegant Front and Back
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th century engraving, under glass, representing an elegant front and back Measures: W 31cm, D
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of 18th- Early 19th Century Engravings of Snakes in Maple Frames
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of 18th- early 19th century engravings iOS snakes from an Audubon contemporary
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paper

19th Century Engravings of Landscape and Estate of Herlufsholm and Naestved
Located in Copenhagen, K
The two 19th century engravings of the town of Naestved and Estate of Herlufsholm are hand-colored
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Prints

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Paper

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