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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

20th Century Etchings

Signed French Etching

Art Deco Etching

Etchings France

Architectural Etchings

Don Wallance

Etchings British Prints

Italian Etchings

Framed Etching

French Art Silverplate: Le Colin-Maillard Etching Jacques Firmin Beauvar

$1,080Sale Price|20% Off

French Art Silverplate: Le Colin-Maillard Etching Jacques Firmin Beauvar

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Vintage French Art Silverplate: Le Colin-Maillard Etching Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet Artist: Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet (French, Abbeville 1731–1797) Artist: After Jean Honoré Fragonar...

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Drawings

Materials

Silver Plate

Keiko Minami Signed Limited Edition Japanese Etching Print Woman Girl With Bird

$1,245

Keiko Minami Signed Limited Edition Japanese Etching Print Woman Girl With Bird

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful and rather whimsical etching by famed Japanese artist Keiko Minami who was known for her pictograph-like aquatints/etchings with a playful, childlike aesthetic. This work...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Prints

Materials

Paper

Beverly Pepper, Signed Etching titled Janus Brown.

$5,000

Beverly Pepper, Signed Etching titled Janus Brown.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Etching on wove paper, signed and numbered 7/40 by Beverly Pepper. This striking abstract composition reflects the artist’s sculptural sensibility through bold architectural forms, t...

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Antique Melville Thomas Wire Hillside Pastures Back from the Beach Etchings 19"

$550

Antique Melville Thomas Wire Hillside Pastures Back from the Beach Etchings 19"

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of antique black and white etchings by Melville Thomas Wire. One titled "Hillside Pastures" showing a barn and pasture at the foot of a hill. the other titled "Back from the Bea...

Category

Early 20th Century American Expressionist Prints

Materials

Hardwood, Paper

Cornelis Botke Signed Limited Ed. California Artist Etching Print Road to Bodega

$995

Cornelis Botke Signed Limited Ed. California Artist Etching Print Road to Bodega

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful, serene rural image by Dutch-born American/Californian painter, etcher, and artist Cornelis Botke (1887-1954) titled "Road to Bodega (sometimes referred to as On The Road...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIV-A - Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIV-A - Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIV-A Etching in colors This work is signed, numbered and titled to lower edge '90/150 Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIV-A J.A. Pecsenke Joseph A. ...

Category

Late 20th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Framed Etching in Manner of Alesandro Specchi

$5,040

Framed Etching in Manner of Alesandro Specchi

By Alessandro Specchi

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A large reproduction of a 1704 original etching by Alessandro Specchi,of a Roman piazza and naval building called "Prospetto del Nuovo Navale di Rippetta." The etching highlights t...

Category

20th Century Drawings

Materials

Paper

Black Vase with Floral Etching

$180

Black Vase with Floral Etching

Located in New York, NY

A 1970s black vase with etched floral detail and band. Asian influence.

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vases

Materials

Metal

Golf Etching Of St Andrews By Wyllie

$2,107

Golf Etching Of St Andrews By Wyllie

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

St Andrews Golf Etching by W.L. Wyllie. A very charming etching of two children playing golf on the beach at St Andrews, in the background is the town of St Andrews with the Castle &...

Category

20th Century British Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Etching "Gray Kitten", Raffaelli Gianni, Italy, Florence, 1990s

$342

Etching "Gray Kitten", Raffaelli Gianni, Italy, Florence, 1990s

Located in Rīga, LV

Etching "Gray kitten", Raffaelli Gianni, Italy, Florence, 1990s Additional Information: Materials: Paper, etching Vintage from the 1990s Artist/Maker: Raffaelli Gianni Artist/...

Category

20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Paper

Gerhard Henning: Aquatint Etching – “Woman and Harlequin”

$708

Gerhard Henning: Aquatint Etching – “Woman and Harlequin”

By Gerhard Henning

Located in Kastrup, DK

While widely recognized for his porcelain and bronze sculptures, his graphic works—especially from the early 20th century—reveal a poetic and intimate world where myth, love, and ero...

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Other Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Don Swann Original Etching Blackheads at Evening 53/300, Framed

$325

Don Swann Original Etching Blackheads at Evening 53/300, Framed

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The limited edition print features a country landscape with flying birds, strongly suggestive of an autumn hunting season. The piece was etched onto copper plates prior to printing a...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drawings

Materials

Paper, Wood

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIII-A Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIII-A Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIII-A Etching in colors This work is signed, numbered and titled to lower edge '90/150 Commedia Dell'Arte XXXIII-A J.A. Pecsenke Joseph A...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXII-A Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXII-A Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXII-A Etching in colors This work is signed, numbered and titled to lower edge '90/150 Commedia Dell'Arte XXXII-A J.A. Pecsenke Joseph A. ...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXI-A Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXI-A Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXXI-A Etching in colors This work is signed, numbered and titled to lower edge '90/150 Commedia Dell'Arte XXXI-A J.A. Pecsenke Joseph A. Pe...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXIV-A Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXIV-A Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXIV-A Etching in colors This work is signed, numbered and titled to lower edge '91/150 Commedia Dell'Arte XXIV-A J.A. Pecsenke Joseph A. Pe...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

Joseph A. Pecsenke The 4th Day etching and aquatint

$450

Joseph A. Pecsenke The 4th Day etching and aquatint

Located in Alpha, NJ

Beautiful etching and aquatint from Hungarian artist Joseph A Pecsenke. This work is unframed with minor handling marks to margins. Work is in overall good condition. This work is 5...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

Etching "Tiger Kitten", Raffaelli Gianni, Italy, Florence, 1990s

$342

Etching "Tiger Kitten", Raffaelli Gianni, Italy, Florence, 1990s

Located in Rīga, LV

Etching "Tiger kitten", Raffaelli Gianni, Italy, Florence, 1990s Additional Information: Materials: Paper, etching Vintage from the 1990s Artist/Maker: Raffaelli Gianni Artist...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Paper, Glass

Nicolas de Larmessin Etching, Habit de Tabletier

$520

Nicolas de Larmessin Etching, Habit de Tabletier

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Nicolas de Larmessin Etching – Habit de Tabletier. 20th century print.

Category

20th Century French Renaissance Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Nicolas de Larmessin Etching, Habit de Ceinturier

$520

Nicolas de Larmessin Etching, Habit de Ceinturier

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Nicolas de Larmessin Etching – Habit de Ceinturier. 20th century print.

Category

20th Century French Renaissance Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Carl Larsson, listed Swedish artist. Etching on paper. "Kersti in Black".

$480

Carl Larsson, listed Swedish artist. Etching on paper. "Kersti in Black".

Located in København, Copenhagen

Period: Early 20th century. Condition: In excellent condition with minor signs of handling.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Prints

Materials

Paper

Irving Amen etching "Awakening #2" 47/200

$400

Irving Amen etching "Awakening #2" 47/200

By Irving Amen

Located in Pasadena, TX

This lithograph is by Irving Amen (July 25, 1918 - 2011). This etching is of a Mother with child and the child coming to a point of realization. The colors are vibrant and the condit...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Stacked Beehive Table Lamps with Floral Etching - Pair

$450 / set

Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Stacked Beehive Table Lamps with Floral Etching - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Stacked Beehive Table Lamps with Floral Etching - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 33.5" H (to finial) x 24" H (to light socket) x 8" W x 8" D...

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XVIII-A - Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XVIII-A - Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke (1942 – 1989). Pecsenke was a Hungarian American actor, director, musician, graphic designer, and printmaker. After graduating from the Budapest Academy of Fine A...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte VI-A - Etching

$180

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte VI-A - Etching

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke (1942 – 1989). Pecsenke was a Hungarian American actor, director, musician, graphic designer, and printmaker. After graduating from the Budapest Academy of Fine A...

Category

Late 20th Century Hungarian Prints

Materials

Paper

James Tissot Le Banc de Jardin Mezzotint Etching on Paper Beraldi 66 Edition

$3,800

James Tissot Le Banc de Jardin Mezzotint Etching on Paper Beraldi 66 Edition

By James Tissot

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A realism style mezzotint etching on paper titled “Le Banc de Jardin (The Garden Bench)” by French artist James Tissot. Signed in the plate. From the Beraldi 66 edition, 1st state. P...

Category

20th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Falke Bang (1912–1998) – Danish Bird Etching, Cormorants

$440

Falke Bang (1912–1998) – Danish Bird Etching, Cormorants

Located in Ebberup, DK

Falke Bang (1912–1998) was a Danish draughtsman and sculptor best known for his precise and expressive depictions of animals, particularly birds, as well as the Danish landscape. He ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Original etching by SONIA DELAUNAY, TOTEM, 1970s, signed

$5,672

Original etching by SONIA DELAUNAY, TOTEM, 1970s, signed

By Sonia Delaunay

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Etching and aquatint on Arches wove paper Signed and numbered in pencil Publisher's dry stamp Published by the European Graphic Circle, Amsterdam Image: 76 × 56.5 cm (29.9 × 22.2 in....

Category

20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Drawings

Materials

Paper

Circa 1920s-30s English "Listening to Music" Drypoint Etching by Elyse Ashe Lord

$750

Circa 1920s-30s English "Listening to Music" Drypoint Etching by Elyse Ashe Lord

By Elyse Ashe Lord

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Listening to Music drypoint etching by Elyse Ashe Lord, circa 1920s-30s. With hand & woodcut color printing. Elyse Ashe Lord, British 1900-1971. From her Asian inspired figural serie...

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Etching by Cuban Artist Jose Manuel Fors

$440Sale Price|47% Off

Etching by Cuban Artist Jose Manuel Fors

Located in Pasadena, CA

Newly framed self portrait intaglio etching by Cuban artist Jose Manuel Fors.

Category

Late 20th Century Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Hjalmar Bachmann (1880–1940), Sorø Akademi, Signed Etching, 1925

$720

Hjalmar Bachmann (1880–1940), Sorø Akademi, Signed Etching, 1925

Located in Ebberup, DK

Hjalmar Bachmann (1880–1940) was a Danish artist and graphic artist known for his detailed etchings of Danish architecture, historic buildings and urban scenes. This original etching...

Category

Early 20th Century Romantic Paintings

Materials

Wood

Marsh Landscape with Swans – Atmospheric German Etching, c.1910

$504

Marsh Landscape with Swans – Atmospheric German Etching, c.1910

Located in Langweer, NL

Executed in the early 20th century, the composition reflects the poetic naturalism and tonal sensitivity associated with German landscape printmaking of the period.

Category

Early 20th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

Franciszek Bunsch (1926-2025) original etching, "Monument", surrealism

$420

Franciszek Bunsch (1926-2025) original etching, "Monument", surrealism

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original vintage etching by renowed Polish artist Franciszek Bunsch (1926-2025) titled "Monument”. The etching seems influenced by surrealism with a dreamy, yet hard hitti...

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Pierre-Marie Brisson Original Carborundum Etching – Signed & Numbered Limited Ed

$1,675

Pierre-Marie Brisson Original Carborundum Etching – Signed & Numbered Limited Ed

Located in Delray Beach, FL

This is an example of Pierre-Marie Brisson’s work. He is a highly regarded contemporary French artist known for his "archaeological" style—using heavy texture and carborundum etching...

Category

20th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Paper, Parchment Paper

Nobuo Sato Asian 1968 Etching / Mezzotint Artist Signed

$1,200

Nobuo Sato Asian 1968 Etching / Mezzotint Artist Signed

By Vintage Japanese Monochrome

Located in Cincinnati, OH

An exceptionally well-done Asian etching / mezzotint print depicting a bird's nest and eggs in black and a hint of blue titled " The Autumm". By very well listed Japanese artist Nobu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Italian Etching in Gilt Frame With Custom Matting

$900

Italian Etching in Gilt Frame With Custom Matting

Located in Locust Valley, NY

An Italian hand colored etching in gilt frame with custom matting and glass

Category

20th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Paint

Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl (German, 1855-1932) Profile of a Women Drypoint etching

$695

Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl (German, 1855-1932) Profile of a Women Drypoint etching

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl (German, 1855-1932) Profile of a Women Drypoint etching. A period drypoint etching by the German artist - Profile of a Women or Women with a Bonnet. Many exa...

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching A

$695

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching A

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The image shows "Colour Etching A", a 1996 etching with aquatint and drypoint by British artist Ian McKeever. The print is part of a series of ten. It features a white roughly symme...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching H

$695

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching H

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The image shows "Colour Etching H" (1996) by British artist Ian McKeever. It is an abstract print, part of a series of ten etchings with aquatint and drypoint. The artwork features a...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching G

$695

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching G

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The image shows "Colour Etching G " (1996) by British artist Ian McKeever. It is an abstract print, part of a series of ten etchings with aquatint and drypoint. The artwork features ...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Silverplate French Art: Le Verrou Etching after Jean-Honore Fragonard France

$1,360Sale Price|20% Off

Silverplate French Art: Le Verrou Etching after Jean-Honore Fragonard France

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Stamped Le Verrou Grave d’apres le tableu de h fragonard peintre du roi, Par M Blot After Fragonard Jean Honore (Grasse, 1732 - Paris, 1806) French Vintage Silverplated art. Etched w...

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Drawings

Materials

Silver Plate

Jean Fautrier. Etching, 5/50. Reclining nude female figure in expressive style.

$920

Jean Fautrier. Etching, 5/50. Reclining nude female figure in expressive style.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Artist: Jean Fautrier Material: Etching Image size: 24 x 35 cm Total size: 54 x 63 cm Signature: Signed in pencil “Fautrier” lower margin Edition: 5/50 Period: Mid-20th century Condi...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching J

$695

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) Colour Etching J

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The image shows "Colour Etching J", a 1996 etching with aquatint and drypoint by British artist Ian McKeever. The print, part of a series of ten. It features an abstract, roughly sy...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Vintage Aquatint Etching Attributed to Armand Henrion B

$1,000

Vintage Aquatint Etching Attributed to Armand Henrion B

Located in Pasadena, CA

This entertaining vintage hand-colored aquatint etching 'Multiple Self-Portrait' attributed to Armand Henrion (1875-1958) makes us smile. Henrion's compositions consist of close-set ...

Category

20th Century Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Vintage Aquatint Etching Attributed to Armand Henrion A

$1,000

Vintage Aquatint Etching Attributed to Armand Henrion A

Located in Pasadena, CA

This entertaining vintage hand-colored aquatint etching 'Multiple Self-Portrait' attributed to Armand Henrion (1875-1958) makes us smile. Henrion's compositions consist of close-set ...

Category

20th Century Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) "Colour Etching B"

$695

Ian McKeever (British, B. 1946) "Colour Etching B"

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Ian McKeever (British, b. 1946) "Colour Etching B" etching depicting similar organic rectangular forms with rounded appendages detailed with gestural gridded linework. "Colour Etchin...

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Reginald Marsh, Etchings, Engravings, Lithographs, First Edition

$155

Reginald Marsh, Etchings, Engravings, Lithographs, First Edition

By Norman Sasowsky

Located in valatie, NY

Reginald Marsh, etchings, engravings, lithographs by Norman Sasowsky. New York: Frederick A. Praeger, 1956. First edition hardcover no dust jacket. 62 pp. An exhibition catalogue fro...

Category

20th Century American Books

Materials

Paper

Louis Conrad Rosenberg Etching Doorway at La Chapelle 1926

$375

Louis Conrad Rosenberg Etching Doorway at La Chapelle 1926

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Rare 1926 pencil-signed drypoint etching by Louis Conrad Rosenberg. Features the ornate Gothic "Doorway of the Church at La Chapelle." Excellent architectural detail.

Category

Early 20th Century Gothic Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Female Nude Etchings by Sergei Firer

$1,450 / set

Pair of Female Nude Etchings by Sergei Firer

By Sergei Firer

Located in New York, NY

Sergei Firer (Russian, b. 1954). Reflect II and III etchings. Both pencil numbered 82/90 LL, pencil titled lower center and pencil signed LR. Size: Sight: 7.5" x 9" framed: ...

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Drawings

Haute Fidélité, etching with aquatint by Jacqueline Debutler, 1971

$1,359

Haute Fidélité, etching with aquatint by Jacqueline Debutler, 1971

Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire

Etching with aquatint in black and red by French artist Jacqueline Debutler (b. 1932, Compiègne), titled Haute Fidélité in pencil verso. The print pairs a densely worked, finely hatc...

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

Vintage Aquatint Etching "3 Storks" by Jack Coughlin

$600

Vintage Aquatint Etching "3 Storks" by Jack Coughlin

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage aquatint etching entitled "3 Storks" by Jack Coughlin, circa 1980. The piece is hand signed and titled in pencil by the artist. The image (plate mark) is 13.5" x 12" and the ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Drawings

Materials

Wood, Paper

Franciszek Bunsch (1926-2025) original etching, "Indefinite Island", surrealism

$400

Franciszek Bunsch (1926-2025) original etching, "Indefinite Island", surrealism

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original vintage etching by renowed Polish artist Franciszek Bunsch (1926-2025) titled "Indefinite Island”. The etching seems influenced by surrealism and has a dramatic e...

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Brice Marden Set of 4 Etching Tiles, 1979

$22,000

Brice Marden Set of 4 Etching Tiles, 1979

By Brice Marden

Located in Toledo, OH

Brice Marden tile set of 4, Circa 1979. Four framed Etchings with Aquatint on Somerset Satin Paper. All tiles are signed and numbered from an edition of 50 published by Parasol Press...

Category

Late 20th Century Minimalist Prints

Materials

Satin, Paper

Ethereal Swimming Figures Etching in Blonde Hardwood Frame

$495 / set

Ethereal Swimming Figures Etching in Blonde Hardwood Frame

Located in Round Top, TX

Beautifully rendered etching depicting a pair of swimming figures, presented in a blonde hardwood frame under glass. The work’s coloration evokes an ethereal, undersea atmosphere wit...

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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Dry Point Etching "Bison" by Józef Hecht

$675

Vintage Dry Point Etching "Bison" by Józef Hecht

By Józef Hecht

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage dry point etching "Bison" by noted artist Józef Hecht, circa 1930s. The piece is hand signed and titled in pencil by the artist and numbered 18 of 40 in the lower left. The i...

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Early 20th Century French Drawings

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Paper

Pair of Venice Etchings by N Erichsen 1904

$1,200 / set

Pair of Venice Etchings by N Erichsen 1904

Located in Dallas, TX

Erichsen who we understand was a late 19th and early 20th Century English artist. Both feature scenes from Venice in 1904.

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Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Prints

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Paper

Antique Louis Icart Etching Of Reclining Nude Woman Signed C1920

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Louis Icart Etching Of Reclining Nude Woman Signed C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Art Deco Louis Icart Etching of Reclining Nude Woman, Framed and Signed Lower Right, C1920. This exquisite etching by Louis Icart features a reclining nude woman, showcasing Icart's ...

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20th Century Prints

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Paper

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House

$450

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Ltd Edition A/P (Artist Proof) Victorian House Tom Brittain's original signed sepia etching of a Victorian house is a piece of artwork that...

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Late 20th Century English Victorian Paintings

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Paper

Commedia Dell'Arte XXV-A Etching, Signed, Colorful, 1990, 90/150

$160

Commedia Dell'Arte XXV-A Etching, Signed, Colorful, 1990, 90/150

Located in Alpha, NJ

Joseph A. Pecsenke - Commedia Dell'Arte XXV-A Etching in colors This work is signed, numbered and titled to lower edge '90/150 Commedia Dell'Arte XXV-A J.A. Pecsenke Joseph A. Pecs...

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Late 20th Century Hungarian Neoclassical Prints

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Paper

Limited Edition Etching by Antoni Tapies "Grand Central"

$8,500

Limited Edition Etching by Antoni Tapies "Grand Central"

By Antoni Tàpies

Located in Montreal, QC

"Grand Central" carborundum aquatint etching by Antoni Tapies. 50/99. Tapies, who died in February, 2012, was acclaimed by Robert Motherwell as the greatest living European artist. H...

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Late 20th Century French Prints

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Paper

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20th Century Etchings For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 20th century etchings available for sale. The range of distinct 20th century etchings — often made from paper, glass and wood — can elevate any home. 20th century etchings have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 20th century etchings are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 20th century etchings over the years, but those made by Salvador Dalí, Louis Icart and Pablo Picasso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 20th Century Etchings?

Prices for 20th century etchings start at $75 and top out at $28,500 with the average selling for $1,499.

Questions About 20th Century Etchings

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 furniture was used in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
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 art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.

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