Are antique prints worth anything?

Yes, some antique prints are worth something. There is often a market for prints at least 100 years old, especially those produced by Old Masters, such as Rembrandt, Albrecht Dürer and Francisco Goya. However, prices do vary based on the maker, historical significance, image quality, medium, series size, condition and other factors. If you'd like an estimate as to the value of a particular print in your collection, you may wish to work with a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of art prints.

Antique Butterfly Prints

Natural History Prints

Art Nouveau Butterfly

Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Prints

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Paper

$35

Butterflies, late 19th century antique natural history colour lithograph

By William Peck

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

'1. 2. Catagramma astarte 3. 4. Haematera pyramus' Late 19th century colour lithograph of butterflies.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Prints

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Lithograph

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Pair of Antique Copperplate Engravings of Insects and Butterflies, 1779

Unavailable

H 32 in W 23.3 in D 1.5 in

Pair of Antique Copperplate Engravings of Insects and Butterflies, 1779

Located in Gloucestershire, UK

Two antique copperplate engravings by Benard Direxit in 1779 from Histoire Naturelle. The prints are in great condition considering their age and are on heavy paper. The prints are f...

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Antique 1770s French Prints

Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19 in

Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely bespoke in sizes, finishes, colors, and functions, part of a bespoke collection created a...

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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard

Unavailable

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H 16.5 in W 13.5 in

A Set of Twelve Pieter Cramer Framed Prints of Butterflies.

Located in Downingtown, PA

The original hand-coloring is still rich and vibrant, sometimes with genuine silver. Each antique butterfly print measures approximately 9 inches wide by 11 inches tall Antique b...

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Paper

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Set of 6 Antique Mycology Prints of the Common Stinkhorn & Other Mushrooms, 1875

$753 / set

H 13.39 in W 9.06 in D 0.02 in

Set of 6 Antique Mycology Prints of the Common Stinkhorn & Other Mushrooms, 1875

Located in Langweer, NL

Set of six original antique mycology prints. It shows many mushrooms and other fungus. These prints originate from 'Cryptogamen-Flora, Enthaltung die Abbildung und Beschreibung Vorzü...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Prints

Materials

Paper

Jean White Bronze Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Indoor or Outdoor Coffee Table

$18,152 / item

H 15.75 in Dm 47.25 in

Jean White Bronze Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Indoor or Outdoor Coffee Table

By Fred&Juul

Located in Fiesole, Florence

A swarm of butterflies as delicate as a lace table cloth forms an everlasting table top in white bronze, lost wax cast by Italian master craftsmen. A sculptural table for both indoor...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

$130 / set

H 1.38 in W 3.55 in D 4.73 in

Set of Three, One Bird Brass Tea Light Wide Candle-holders

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, London

Set of three, each of those original and elegant brass T-light holders is handmade individually. Cast using very traditional techniques, they are polished revealing the lustrous fini...

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2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Handmade Groove Series Orb Pendant by Furthur Design, Amber Glass, 2026

$900 / item

H 9 in Dm 9 in

Handmade Groove Series Orb Pendant by Furthur Design, Amber Glass, 2026

By Furthur Design

Located in New York, NY

These hanging lights feature an embedded groove that offers a precise, machine-made quality to offset these otherwise wholly handmade creations. Whether showcased individually, as an...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Vintage 20thC Cmc 1:18 Scale Maserati 250F F1 Gp Winning Racing Car Model c.1957

$1,369

H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 10.24 in

Vintage 20thC Cmc 1:18 Scale Maserati 250F F1 Gp Winning Racing Car Model c.1957

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Vintage 20th Century highly detailed CMC 1:18 scale model of the legendary 1957 Maserati 250F, finished in traditional Italian racing red with a white No. 1 competition marking with ...

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Vintage 1950s Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Elegant Fish-Form Silver-Plated Napkin Holders for Luxury Décor

$350Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 6.3 in W 4.34 in D 1.97 in

Elegant Fish-Form Silver-Plated Napkin Holders for Luxury Décor

Located in Wembley, GB

Elegant Fish-Form Silver-Plated Napkin Holders – Sterling Silver Style Luxury Table Décor Bring an element of refined artistry and timeless elegance to your dining or interior setti...

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Vintage 1960s British Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal, Silver Leaf

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Antique Butterfly Prints For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique butterfly prints available for sale. Each of these unique antique butterfly prints was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, maple and wood. Antique butterfly prints have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Antique butterfly prints made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique butterfly prints are appealing in their simplicity, but Albertus Seba produced popular antique butterfly prints that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Butterfly Prints?

Prices for antique butterfly prints can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique butterfly prints begin at $29 and can go as high as $3,400, while the average can fetch as much as $247.

Questions About Antique Butterfly Prints

Are antique prints worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
Yes, some antique prints are worth something. There is often a market for prints at least 100 years old, especially those produced by Old Masters, such as Rembrandt, Albrecht Dürer and Francisco Goya. However, prices do vary based on the maker, historical significance, image quality, medium, series size, condition and other factors. If you'd like an estimate as to the value of a particular print in your collection, you may wish to work with a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of art prints.

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