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.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

19th Century Engravings

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English Engraving from the 19th Century by John Jones

$398

English Engraving from the 19th Century by John Jones

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

English Engraving from the 19th century by John Jones. The portrait of James Fose after Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1792.

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Antique 1790s French Louis XV Prints

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Paper

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Engraving – Balloon Voyage of Sivel over the Øresund

$136

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Engraving – Balloon Voyage of Sivel over the Øresund

Located in Langweer, NL

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Engraving – Balloon Voyage of Sivel over the Øresund This atmospheric 19th-century hand-coloured engraving depicts the daring balloon voyage of the French...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Prints

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Paper

(After) Joseph Mallord William Turner"Dunster from Minehead" engraving, Circa 1820

$200

"Dunster from Minehead" engraving

By (After) Joseph Mallord William Turner

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: engraving (after the painting). Printed on Holland-style wove paper, from the rare large size deluxe portfolio entitled "Picturesque Views on the Southern Coast of England", ...

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Early 19th Century Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving

Framed Print of 19th Century Italian Engraving, Naval Ship, Antique

$650

Framed Print of 19th Century Italian Engraving, Naval Ship, Antique

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A charming reproduction print of a 19th century Italian engraving by Giuseppe Allezard, of a naval ship with 84 cannons bearing the Swedish flag of blue & gold cross.

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20th Century Italian Other Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Entomological Elegance: A Collection of 19th Century Beetle Engravings

$284 / set

Entomological Elegance: A Collection of 19th Century Beetle Engravings

Located in Langweer, NL

The images are finely detailed engravings of beetles from a 19th-century scientific collection.

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Antique 1840s Prints

Materials

Paper

Lady Russell & Nelson, Pair of Hand-Colored Engravings, 19th Century

$240 / set

Lady Russell & Nelson, Pair of Hand-Colored Engravings, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

A pair of small hand-colored steel engravings in matching giltwood and gesso frames, English, 19th century, each glazed and fitted with a brass ring hanger, with painter and engraver...

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Antique 1850s English Prints

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Giltwood, Paper

Landing Through the Surf – Ceram, late 19th-century hand-coloured wood engraving

$159

Landing Through the Surf – Ceram, late 19th-century hand-coloured wood engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Landing Through the Surf – Ceram, late 19th-century hand-coloured wood engraving Description: A vivid late 19th-century hand-coloured wood engraving depicting a dramatic coastal lan...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Prints

Materials

Paper

(After) Joseph Mallord William Turner"St. Mawes, Cornwall" engraving, Circa 1820

$200

"St. Mawes, Cornwall" engraving

By (After) Joseph Mallord William Turner

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: engraving (after the painting). Printed on Holland-style wove paper, from the rare large size deluxe portfolio entitled "Picturesque Views on the Southern Coast of England", ...

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Early 19th Century Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving

Set of 8 19th Century Botanical & Insect Engravings by John Curtis (Framed)

$1,704Sale Price / set|25% Off

Set of 8 19th Century Botanical & Insect Engravings by John Curtis (Framed)

Located in Seaford, GB

19th Century Botanical Engravings: A Timeless Art Form The Legacy of John Curtis and 19th-Century Botanical Engravings 🖋 Provenance Story – 19th Century Botanical Engravings with ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Prints

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Paper

John Nugent Fitch Orchids, Framed 19th Century Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving

$975

John Nugent Fitch Orchids, Framed 19th Century Hand-Colored Botanical Engraving

By John Nugent Fitch

Located in Miami, FL

This beautiful, original hand-colored orchid lithograph entitled "Trichosma Suavis" Orchids by John Nugent Fitch is plate 114 in Robert Warner's publication 'The Orchid Album, Compri...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Giltwood, Paper

19th Century French Louis Philippe Giltwood Wall Mirror with Floral Engraving

$1,600

19th Century French Louis Philippe Giltwood Wall Mirror with Floral Engraving

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in the Burgundy region of France circa 1870, this elegant antique wall mirror embodies the understated sophistication of the Louis Philippe style. The rectangular mirror feat...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mercury Glass, Giltwood

19th Century Snakelocks Anemone Antique Engraving Original Handcoloring, 1845

$193

19th Century Snakelocks Anemone Antique Engraving Original Handcoloring, 1845

Located in Langweer, NL

Overall, the prints of 'Dictionnaire Classique des Sciences Naturelles' likely serve as both artistic representations and invaluable scientific resources, encapsulating the essence o...

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Antique 1840s Prints

Materials

Paper

Plains Indigenous Life and Buffalo Hunt – Set of 19th Century Canadian Engraving

$251

Plains Indigenous Life and Buffalo Hunt – Set of 19th Century Canadian Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

Plains Indigenous Life and Buffalo Hunt – Set of 19th Century Canadian Engravings This striking vertical trio of antique steel engravings offers a rare and detailed ethnographic gli...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

George BrookshawWhite Hamburgh Grape: A Framed 19th C. Color Engraving by George Brookshaw, 1812

$3,180Sale Price|20% Off

White Hamburgh Grape: A Framed 19th C. Color Engraving by George Brookshaw

By George Brookshaw

Located in Alamo, CA

This is a 19th century colored aquatint and stipple engraving finished by hand entitled "White Hamburgh Grape", drawn and engraved by George Brookshaw and published in London in 1812...

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Early 19th Century Naturalistic Still-life Prints

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Engraving, Aquatint

George BrookshawSilver Rock Melon: A Framed 19th C. Color Engraving by George Brookshaw, 1812

$7,180Sale Price|20% Off

Silver Rock Melon: A Framed 19th C. Color Engraving by George Brookshaw

By George Brookshaw

Located in Alamo, CA

This is a 19th century colored aquatint and stipple engraving finished by hand entitled "Silver Rock Melon", drawn and engraved by George Brookshaw and published in London in 1812 as...

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Early 19th Century Naturalistic Still-life Prints

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Engraving, Aquatint

G Longhi, Il Genio De La Musica - Cupido, Framed Engraving, 19th Century

$858

G Longhi, Il Genio De La Musica - Cupido, Framed Engraving, 19th Century

By Guido Reni

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

"il genio de la musica vince per fin Cupido" / the Genius of Music triumphant over Love, based on a 17th century work by Guido Reni, kept at the Palazzo Spinola in Genoa. This frame...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Empire Prints

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Paper

Old Original Engraving with soldiers characters France 19th set of 10

$398 / set

Old Original Engraving with soldiers characters France 19th set of 10

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

It has been made in France in the 19th Century. With the collection stamp.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Prints

Materials

Paper

Mr. William Long on Bertha, Fox Hunt Engraving, 19th Century

$380

Mr. William Long on Bertha, Fox Hunt Engraving, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

A fox hunt engraving depicting Mr. William Long on Bertha, engraved by Edward Hacker after the painting by William & Henry Barraud. Sight 21 ½ by 18 ¼ inches Frame 31 ¾ by 28 ¾...

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Antique 1850s British Prints

Materials

Paper

Set of Three 19th Century French Hand-Colored Fashion Engravings in Frames

$950 / set

Set of Three 19th Century French Hand-Colored Fashion Engravings in Frames

Located in Dallas, TX

Each composition captures the refinement of late 19th century French life, with finely detailed costumes, accessories, and playful storytelling elements such as children at play, gar...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Prints

Materials

Giltwood, Paper, Glass

19th c. Hand Colored Butterfly Engravings from England

$1,580 / set

19th c. Hand Colored Butterfly Engravings from England

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming and educational collection of four 19th-century English hand-colored butterfly engravings, beautifully presented in matching giltwood frames with soft neutral mats.

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Antique 19th Century English Drawings

Materials

Wood, Paper

19th Century Coloured Engraving - The Salt Mine of Northwich, Cheshire

$250

19th Century Coloured Engraving - The Salt Mine of Northwich, Cheshire

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: 19th Century Coloured Engraving - The Salt Mine of Northwich, Cheshire This 19th-century coloured engraving, created by the German School, depicts the interior of the salt mi...

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Antique 1790s Prints

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Paper

After Johann Hermann Knoop (1700-1769) - Framed Engraving, Study of Cherries, 19th Century

$395

After Johann Hermann Knoop (1700-1769) - Framed Engraving, Study of Cherries

Located in Corsham, GB

A delightful hand-coloured engraving after Johann Hermann Knoop (1700-1769). Unsigned. Well presented in a smart black frame. On laid. Image size: 26 x 20.5cm.

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19th Century Still-life Prints

Materials

Engraving

19th Century English Fox Hunting Color Engraving “Evening” by E.A.S. Douglas

$1,800

19th Century English Fox Hunting Color Engraving “Evening” by E.A.S. Douglas

Located in Dallas, TX

Active during the second half of the 19th century and into the early 20th century, he exhibited at the Royal Academy between 1880 and 1892.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Prints

Materials

Paper, Glass

19th Century Silver Caddy Spoon with Foliate Engraving, Birmingham, 1846 - 7

$407

19th Century Silver Caddy Spoon with Foliate Engraving, Birmingham, 1846 - 7

Located in Central England, GB

An antique early Victorian silver caddy spoon with a rectangular bowl with Foliate Engraving. This superb rare early Victorian silver caddy spoon had an ornate embossed handle and...

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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver

Mid 19th Century English Classical "Dendura" Engraving in Gilt Frame with Glass

$1,100

Mid 19th Century English Classical "Dendura" Engraving in Gilt Frame with Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate an office or study with this antique black and white engraving. Hand colored in England circa 1847, the large Egyptian monochromatic etching is set in a gilt frame with prot...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Prints

Materials

Paper

19th Century English Fox Hunting Engraving After W. & H. Barraud in Wood Frame

$1,600

19th Century English Fox Hunting Engraving After W. & H. Barraud in Wood Frame

Located in Dallas, TX

A striking example of 19th-century British sporting art, this antique hand-colored engraving portrays the celebrated equestrian subject Mr.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Decorative Art

Materials

Glass, Paper

Bosporus Harbor View from Pera, Istanbul Arsenal – Antique Bartlett, c.1839

$303

Bosporus Harbor View from Pera, Istanbul Arsenal – Antique Bartlett, c.1839

Located in Langweer, NL

Bradshaw, London, circa 1839 Keywords: Istanbul harbor print, Pera engraving, Constantinople arsenal, Bartlett Istanbul, Bosporus harbor scene, antique Turkey print, Ottoman citysca...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Prints

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Paper

Horace VernetXIXth Century engraving by Horace Vernet Louis Philippe 1er et les princes, Circa 1850

$973

XIXth Century engraving by Horace Vernet Louis Philippe 1er et les princes

By Horace Vernet

Located in PARIS, FR

This impressive nineteenth-century engraving, after a composition by Horace Vernet, presents a grand ceremonial equestrian scene conceived in the tradition of official state imagery....

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Mid-19th Century More Prints

Materials

Paper, Engraving

Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Pelican, 19th Century

$615

Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Pelican, 19th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Der Amerikanische Pelican - Rare 19th Century Hand-Colored Engraving by Seligmann, Depicting the American Pelican This rare hand-colored engraving, titled *Der Amerikanische ...

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Antique 1770s Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Framed Neoclassical Engravings, Late 18th Early 19th century

$2,847 / set

Pair of Framed Neoclassical Engravings, Late 18th Early 19th century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Pair of framed neoclassical engravings, after works painted by Jean Jacques François Le Barbier (1738 - 1826) and engraved by Jean-Jacques Avril (1744-1831), dated 1789 for the paint...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Antique 19th Century European Court Scene Engraving Matted Book Plate Print

$480

Antique 19th Century European Court Scene Engraving Matted Book Plate Print

Located in Honolulu, HI

An authentic 19th-century European classical book illustration engraving depicting a dramatic Renaissance court scene.

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Antique 1850s European Victorian Prints

Materials

Paper

19th Century French Louis Philippe Giltwood Wall Mirror with Foliage Engravings

$2,150

19th Century French Louis Philippe Giltwood Wall Mirror with Foliage Engravings

Located in Dallas, TX

Versatile and elegant, this Louis Philippe mirror could be hung either vertically or horizontally to bring timeless French charm to any interior. Crafted in the Burgundy region of Fr...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf

Four Framed Early 19th Century Large Folio Engravings of Lizards, Snakes & Bats

$2,850 / set

Four Framed Early 19th Century Large Folio Engravings of Lizards, Snakes & Bats

Located in Hudson, NY

This set of four engravings in detail with compendium landscape details and related prey animals are done in steel engraved plates and come from the first quarter of the 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

19th Century Set of Three Hand-Coloured Engravings on a Paper, England

$897Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Set of Three Hand-Coloured Engravings on a Paper, England

Located in Sofia, BG

Three antique handcolored engravings on a vellin type paper. First one is titled 'Rubbing Down'. It shows: a gentleman holding his horse steady in a field, while his stabile boy rub...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Drawings

Materials

Paper

19th Century Sago Palm Tree Antique Engraving Original Handcoloring, 1845

$332

19th Century Sago Palm Tree Antique Engraving Original Handcoloring, 1845

Located in Langweer, NL

The sago palm, scientifically known as Sagus or Saguerus farinifera, is a species of palm tree cultivated in tropical areas for its starchy pith, which is processed into sago, a type...

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Antique 1840s French Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Print of a Medieval Woman in Pink and Gold Cape

$250

Antique 1845 Hand-Colored Print of a Medieval Woman in Pink and Gold Cape

Located in Langweer, NL

Delicate detailing in the fabric folds and drapery reveals the technical care given to both the original drawing and the 19th-century engraving process. Produced in France as part o...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Das Weltausstellungsgebäude in Wien – The Vienna Exhibition Hall, 1873

$102

Das Weltausstellungsgebäude in Wien – The Vienna Exhibition Hall, 1873

Located in Langweer, NL

Das Weltausstellungsgebäude in Wien – The Vienna Exhibition Hall, 1873 A finely hand-colored 19th-century engraving depicting the grand Weltausstellungsgebäude (World Exhibition Hal...

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Antique 1870s German Prints

Materials

Paper

Arabesques and caricatures antiquities engraving

$480

Arabesques and caricatures antiquities engraving

Located in London, GB

To see more, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller." Arabesques and caricatures Engraving 24.5 x 36 cm

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19th Century Interior Prints

Materials

Engraving

19th Century Portrait Giltwood, Engraving Etching of Woman, Gilded Frame, Regent

$644

19th Century Portrait Giltwood, Engraving Etching of Woman, Gilded Frame, Regent

Located in Worcester Park, GB

A charming early 19th-century portrait miniature depicting a young woman dressed in the elegant fashion of the late Regency period, circa 1810–1830.

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Antique 1860s English Regency Decorative Art

Materials

Giltwood

Georges MaileMaile after Barrow - Stipple Engraving, Lady Elizabeth Henrietta Conyngham, Early 19th Century

$395

Maile after Barrow - Stipple Engraving, Lady Elizabeth Henrietta Conyngham

By Georges Maile

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely detailed portrait of Lady Elizabeth Henrietta Conyngham (d.1839) playing the pianoforte by George Maile (1800-1842) after John Barrow (fl.1804-1824). Elizabeth Henrietta Con...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Prints

Materials

Engraving

Louis-Marin BonnetBonnet (1736-1793) after Schall (1752-1825) - Engraving, Emile Wins the Race, 19th Century

$350

Bonnet (1736-1793) after Schall (1752-1825) - Engraving, Emile Wins the Race

By Louis-Marin Bonnet

Located in Corsham, GB

Emile Vainqueur a la Course,' a stipple engraving by Louis-Marin Bonnet (1736-1793) after Jean Frédéric Schall (1752-1825). The scene illustrates Jean-Jacques Rousseau's seminal trea...

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19th Century Figurative Prints

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Engraving

Lucas van LeydenJoseph - Burin Print after Lucas van Leyden - 19th century, 19th Century

$205

Joseph - Burin Print after Lucas van Leyden - 19th century

By Lucas van Leyden

Located in Roma, IT

Later reprint, probably of the early 19th century. Burin engraving print. The artwork is part of the series of five engravings "Histore de Joseph".

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19th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Engraving

(After) Joseph Mallord William Turner"Bow-and-Arrow Castle" engraving, Circa 1820

$200

"Bow-and-Arrow Castle" engraving

By (After) Joseph Mallord William Turner

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: engraving (after the painting). Printed on Holland-style wove paper, from the rare large size deluxe portfolio entitled "Picturesque Views on the Southern Coast of England", ...

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Early 19th Century Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving

19th Century French Hand Colored Engraving of Genoa by Zucchagni in Gilt Frame

$1,600

19th Century French Hand Colored Engraving of Genoa by Zucchagni in Gilt Frame

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a study, or powder room with this elegant antique architectural engraving titled “Grande Albergo in Genova.” Created in France circa 1880, the finely detailed composition de...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Prints

Materials

Giltwood, Paper

19th Antique Colored Engraving of Napoleon Bonaparte on Horseback

$2,163

19th Antique Colored Engraving of Napoleon Bonaparte on Horseback

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant, hand-colored historical engraving depicting Napoleon Bonaparte on horseback, dressed in military uniform and brandishing a sword. The composition shows the Emperor mounte...

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Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Paper

Philae Island, framed engraving, XIXth century

$1,138

Philae Island, framed engraving, XIXth century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Large framed engraving representing a view of the island and the temple of Philae: "general view taken from the North West side" It bears the mentions "Balzac del", "Paris ag Fort" ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Prints

Materials

Paper

(After) Joseph Mallord William Turner"Torbay from Brixham Quay" engraving, Circa 1820

$200

"Torbay from Brixham Quay" engraving

By (After) Joseph Mallord William Turner

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: engraving (after the painting). Printed on Holland-style wove paper, from the rare large size deluxe portfolio entitled "Picturesque Views on the Southern Coast of England", ...

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Early 19th Century Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving

(After) Joseph Mallord William Turner"East and West Look" engraving, Circa 1820

$200

"East and West Look" engraving

By (After) Joseph Mallord William Turner

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: engraving (after the painting). Printed on Holland-style wove paper, from the rare large size deluxe portfolio entitled "Picturesque Views on the Southern Coast of England", ...

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Early 19th Century Prints and Multiples

Materials

Engraving

The Old Graben in Vienna – 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving, 1853

$91

The Old Graben in Vienna – 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving, 1853

Located in Langweer, NL

The Old Graben in Vienna – 19th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving, 1853 A charming original 19th-century hand-colored engraving depicting Die alte Graben-Ecke in Wien (“The Old Graben ...

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Antique 1850s German Prints

Materials

Paper

Charles WildThe German Chapel in St. James Palace, A 19th Century Hand Colored Engraving, 1819

$620Sale Price|20% Off

The German Chapel in St. James Palace, A 19th Century Hand Colored Engraving

By Charles Wild

Located in Alamo, CA

A hand-colored engraving of the interior The German Chapel, St. James Palace in London, England from 'The History of the Royal Residences of Windsor Castle, St. James Palace, Carlton...

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Early 19th Century Victorian Interior Prints

Materials

Aquatint

Liverpool from Seacombe – 19th-Century Maritime Engraving by W.B. Scott

$148

Liverpool from Seacombe – 19th-Century Maritime Engraving by W.B. Scott

Located in Langweer, NL

Liverpool from Seacombe – 19th-Century Maritime Engraving by W.B. Scott after J.C.

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Antique 1840s British Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Curtis’s Botanical Magazine Hand-Coloured Engravings, Early 19th Century

$1,500 / set

Pair of Curtis’s Botanical Magazine Hand-Coloured Engravings, Early 19th Century

Located in Downingtown, PA

Pair of Curtis’s Botanical Magazine Hand-Coloured Engravings, Portuguese Flag and Branching Moraea, Sydenham Edwards 1803 and 1804 This pair of hand-coloured copperplate engraving...

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Antique Early 1800s German Prints

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Paper

Amsterdam: Mid-19th Century Hand-Colored Steel Engraving by Bourgin, Paris

$182

Amsterdam: Mid-19th Century Hand-Colored Steel Engraving by Bourgin, Paris

Located in Langweer, NL

Year: - Although the exact year is not specified on the print itself, based on the style and technique, it likely dates to the mid-19th century, around 1850–1860. This period corresp...

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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Charles Amand DurandBeggars Receiving Alms at the Door of a House - Engraving after Rembrandt, 19th Century

$318

Beggars Receiving Alms at the Door of a House - Engraving after Rembrandt

By Charles Amand Durand

Located in Roma, IT

This wonderful piece of art belongs to a late edition of the 19th century. Signed on the plate. Good conditions with some foxing.

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19th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints

Materials

Engraving

Early 19th Century Hand-Colored Portrait Engraving of a Gentleman

$500

Early 19th Century Hand-Colored Portrait Engraving of a Gentleman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A fine portrait miniature of a man with long tousled hair and blue high-collared frock coat. The image is encased by parcel-gilt and black lacquered glass with a thick giltwood shado...

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Antique 1810s German Neoclassical Prints

Materials

Giltwood, Laid Paper

Italian Neo-Classic Architectural Engraving

$900

Italian Neo-Classic Architectural Engraving

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Neo-classic architectural engraving in a black frame of a Greek Temple of Venus and Hercules (19th Cent)

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Prints

19th C. British Sporting Engraving “Phenomenon” by Edward Hacker

$1,450

19th C. British Sporting Engraving “Phenomenon” by Edward Hacker

Located in Louisville, KY

An important mid-19th-century British sporting engraving titled “Phenomenon – A Celebrated Norfolk Trotting Stallion,” engraved by Edward Hacker (1813–1905) after E.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Prints

Materials

Paint, Paper

19th C. British Racing Engraving “Butterfly” by Edward Hacker

$1,850

19th C. British Racing Engraving “Butterfly” by Edward Hacker

Located in Louisville, KY

A finely executed mid-19th-century British sporting engraving titled, “Butterfly,” engraved by Edward Hacker (1813–1905) after the distinguished equestrian painter Harry Hall of Newm...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Prints

Materials

Paint, Paper

Three Views of Brooklyn and New York Prints, 19th Century, 19th Century

$1,450

Three Views of Brooklyn and New York Prints, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Three Views of Brooklyn and New York City Prints, comprising: Francis Hopkinson Smith (American, 1838-1915), "Brooklyn Bridge under construction seen from Dover Street", published in...

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19th Century American Realist Landscape Prints

Materials

Engraving, Lithograph

Antique Bosporus View with Beil-Gorod Fort – Bartlett Constantinople, ca.1839

$280

Antique Bosporus View with Beil-Gorod Fort – Bartlett Constantinople, ca.1839

Located in Langweer, NL

Cousen, London, circa 1840 Keywords: Bosporus print, Constantinople fort engraving, Bartlett landscape, Ottoman fortress print, antique Turkey view, Istanbul Bosporus art, 19th cent...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Prints

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Paper

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19th Century Engravings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of 19th century engravings available for sale. Today, if you’re looking for Old Masters editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Modern. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the 19th century engravings on 1stDibs that include elements of beige, gray, white, black and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Henry C Andrews, Samuel Howitt, McKenney & Hall, Victor Levasseur and John Nugent Fitch produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in engraving, etching and aquatint.

How Much are 19th Century Engravings?

Prices for pieces in our collection of 19th century engravings start at $45 and top out at $24,000 with the average selling for $483.

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How can I tell if an engraving is real?
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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.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
How did art change in the 18th century?
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In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.