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 Shell Prints

Natural History Engraving

18th Century Engraving Print

Imogen CunninghamShells, 1930

$2,200

H 14 in W 18 in

Shells

By Imogen Cunningham

Located in Carmel, CA

Rondal Partridge Silver Gelatin Estate Print Embossed Imogen Cunningham signature on mat, labeled

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Edward Weston2S Shell, 1927

$12,000

H 9.25 in W 7.25 in

2S Shell

By Edward Weston

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

1927. Throughout 1927 he took twenty-six still life images of shells, including Nautilus 1927 (Museum

Category

1920s Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Edward Weston2S Shell, 1927

$10,000

H 9.25 in W 7.38 in

2S Shell

By Edward Weston

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

1927. Throughout 1927 he took twenty-six still life images of shells, including Nautilus 1927 (Museum

Category

1920s Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Edward Weston1S Shell, 1930

$12,000

H 9.25 in W 7.25 in

1S Shell

By Edward Weston

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

The most iconic of the Weston shells, throughout 1927 he took twenty-six still life images of

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Edward Weston14S ~ Two Shells, 1927

Price Upon Request

H 10 in W 8 in

14S ~ Two Shells

By Edward Weston

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

facsimile signature on back of mount. Printed later by Edward's son, Cole Weston.

Category

1920s Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Edward WestonTwo Shells, 1927 - Edward Weston (Photography), 1927

Price Upon Request

H 9.5 in W 7.5 in

Two Shells, 1927 - Edward Weston (Photography)

By Edward Weston

Located in London, GB

Two Shells, 1927 - Edward Weston (Photography) Signed, titled, dated, and numbered '14S' in pencil

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Antique Spode Shell Shaped Dishes Orange & Blue Imari Pattern England Circa 1820

$380

H 10 in W 8.5 in D 2 in

Antique Spode Shell Shaped Dishes Orange & Blue Imari Pattern England Circa 1820

By Spode

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of Spode shell-shaped dishes was made in England around 1820 and printed in the classic

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Shell Prints

Materials

Ironstone

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Antique Shell Prints For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique shell prints is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique shell prints was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and paint. Antique shell prints have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Folk Art, Baroque and Georgian antique shell prints are consistently popular styles. Many antique shell prints are appealing in their simplicity, but George Perry, Niccolo Gualtier and Albertus Seba produced popular antique shell prints that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Shell Prints?

Antique shell prints can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $345, while the lowest priced sells for $25 and the highest can go for as much as $70,000.