Copperplate Engraving

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Condition Report The engraving is in very good condition for its age, with sharp details and rich, dark impressions of the original copperplate engraving.

This elegant hand-colored copperplate engraving originates from Blaeu’s celebrated Toonneel des Aerdrycx, one of the most prestigious atlases of the Dutch Golden Age.

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Dark walnut or ebonized frames with generous ivory or museum-white mats create an elegant gallery presentation and highlight the fine engraving detail. Technique: Copperplate engrav...

Cavendish’s Ship Desire in Storm near the Strait of Magellan – 18th Century Description: This dramatic 18th-century copperplate engraving depicts The Desire, one of the ships of the...

This is an original 17th-century copperplate engraving, printed at the time. It is not a modern reproduction.

"Butterfly Species: Silver-Washed Fritillary, Large Blue, Brown Hairstreak, Small Copper" This detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving features a collection of exquisite butterf...

Title: Birth and Naming Rituals of the Banians – Antique 1734 Engraving of Indian Customs Description: This rare and evocative copperplate engraving, published in 1734 as part of 'T...

Executed in refined copperplate engraving, the map exemplifies early nineteenth-century English atlas production, characterized by clarity, elegant typography, and balanced compositi...

Executed in refined copperplate engraving typical of early nineteenth-century London atlas production, the map combines clarity, elegant typography, and balanced composition.

Executed in delicate copperplate engraving and enhanced with soft original hand color, the map achieves both clarity and aesthetic balance.

The map is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be on scale with the original. Technique: Copperplate engravi...

Title: Original 16th-Century Map of the Ottoman Empire and Near East: *Turcici Imperii Descriptio* by Ortelius, 1571 This rare copperplate engraving, Turcici Imperii Descriptio, i...

The image is an original antique hand-colored copperplate engraving of the lichen "Parmelia saxatilis", commonly known as the shield lichen.

This engraving is a hand-colored copperplate print by Robert Benard, part of the *Histoire Naturelle* from the *Encyclopédie Méthodique*, circa 1790.

Blaeu’s work combines geographic precision with artistic embellishments, creating a piece that is both informative and visually striking. The copperplate engraving technique ensures ...

Displayed side-by-side in a horizontal row, the set creates a strong scholarly and museum-style presentation. Technique: Copper engraving Maker: Pieter Mortier, Amsterdam, circa 170...

Therefore, the encyclopedia was illustrated throughout with vivid and detailed copperplate engravings, that were scientifically accurate and sophisticated in their composition and ex...

Therefore, the encyclopedia was illustrated throughout with vivid and detailed copperplate engravings, that were scientifically accurate and sophisticated in their composition and ex...

Anas acuta foemina - Antique Northern Pintail Female with Egg by Nozeman and Sepp 1789 This finely hand-coloured copperplate engraving depicts the female Northern Pintail (Anas acut...

Murray) DATE: 1830 ORIGIN: London, England MEDIUM: Copperplate engraving with contemporary hand colouring on paper DIMENSIONS: 69 × 46 cm (27.2 × 18.1 in.)

Dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, Baltard’s monumental work sought to document the architectural treasures of Paris through precise measured drawings and highly refined copperplate en...

Blackie, Scotland, 1860 This is an original 19th-century copperplate engraving, printed at the time. It is not a modern reproduction.

The refined copperplate engraving technique and careful line work demonstrate the high standard of book illustration in London during the period.

Blackie, Scotland, 1860 This is an original 19th-century copperplate engraving, printed at the time. It is not a modern reproduction.

Blackie, Scotland, 1860 This is an original 19th-century copperplate engraving, printed at the time. It is not a modern reproduction.

Blackie, Scotland, 1860 This is an original 19th-century copperplate engraving, printed at the time. It is not a modern reproduction.

Technique: Hand-colored copperplate engraving Maker: Andrea Bernieri after designs for Giulio Ferrario, Milan, circa 1815–1820s

Antique View of Batavia Port Jakarta – Dutch VOC Fortifications 1778 This elegant eighteenth-century copperplate engraving presents a panoramic view of the Dutch fortifications and ...

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A thin gilt fillet can enhance the heraldic decoration and subtle original coloring while maintaining an elegant museum-style presentation. Technique: Copperplate engraving with ori...

This finely hand-colored copperplate engraving originates from Blaeu’s celebrated atlas Toonneel des Aerdrycx, one of the most important cartographic works of the Dutch Golden Age.

The depiction includes relief shown pictorially, characteristic of Bonne’s cartographic style, enhancing both geographic understanding and aesthetic appeal. This copperplate engravi...

Botanical Study of Plum and Cherry Blossoms and Fruits, 1805 This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, part of Friedrich Johann Bertuch's *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Bo...

This hand-coloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s *Bilderbuch für Kinder* (Picture Book for Children) showcases two captivating insects in extraordinary detail.

This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's renowned "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1805, presents ...

Condition report : Very good antique condition. Copperplate engraving with later hand-coloring. Minor age-toning and edge wear.

Executed in elegant copperplate engraving and enhanced with original hand coloring in soft pastel tones, the map exemplifies early nineteenth-century English atlas production.

Title: "Detailed Botanical Study of Persicaria bistorta (Common Bistort)" Description: This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by F. Guimpel, illustrates the Persicaria bi...

Printmaking Technique: As with the first print, the copperplate engraving technique was used here. The fine, detailed lines were incised into a copper plate, ink was applied, and th...

"Microscopic Views of Metallic Crystal Trees: Copper, Lead, Pewter, and Zinc" This intriguing hand-colored copperplate engraving, featured in Friedrich Johann Bertuch’s Bilderbuch f...

Gotthard Passes: Alpine Routes of Switzerland, 1805" Description This finely hand-colored copperplate engraving vividly depicts two iconic Alpine passes in Switzerland—the Great St.

Display as three vertical pairs in a horizontal row, or as a two-by-three grid for a more monumental presentation. Technique: Copper engraving Maker: Pieter Mortier, Amsterdam, circ...

He produced artistic prints by hand, copperplate engravings, gravure prints and drypoint etchings.

"Botanical Illustration of Sonchus oleraceus (Common Sow Thistle)" Description: This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving by F. Guimpel, from the early 19th century, featur...

The upper-left corner includes a beautifully designed secondary cartouche with an explanatory key. Created using the copperplate engraving technique, this map displays exceptional...

CARTOGRAPHERS: Jean-Baptiste Nolin (1657–1708), after Vincenzo Maria Coronelli (1650–1718) DATE: 1689 ORIGIN: Paris, France MEDIUM: Copperplate engraving with contemporary outline...

Copper engraved map of the french provinces of Picardie and Champagne, showing the cities of Caen, Paris, Melun, Auxerre, Verdun, etc. Copperplate engraving on verge type hand laid p...

Framing tips: Particularly suited to a dark walnut, gilded, or ebonized frame with a warm ivory mat for a classic library or study appearance. Technique: Copperplate engraving with ...

Printmaking Technique: The technique used in this engraving is copperplate engraving, a method where a design is incised into a copper plate, and ink is applied to these incisions.

Hortus Malabaricus Hand-Colored Engraving Talipot Palm Rheede Amsterdam, Circa 1682 This hand-colored copperplate engraving is Tab. 5 from the third volume of Hortus Indicus Malabar...

Plate from Buffon's Histoire Naturelle, Tome III – Pl. 10, p. 234 This copperplate engraving presents a systematic anatomical study of the human brain through multiple cranial secti...

Use a light cream mount and a simple gold or black frame to accentuate the engraving’s symmetry and fine linear detail. Technique: Copperplate engraving Maker: Louis-Pierre Baltard,...

A gilt or dark walnut frame will enhance their historical elegance. Technique: Copperplate engraving on laid paper Maker: Various Dutch engravers, incl Houbraken, after contemporary...

A gilt or dark wooden moulding will complement their formal and historical nature. Technique: Copperplate engraving on laid paper Maker: Various Dutch engravers, after contemporary ...

Title: 1802 Hand-Colored Print of English Racing Horse and Race Track Scene Description: This finely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bil...

The delineation of river basins alongside elevation shading provides insight into continental drainage patterns, supporting historical studies in geography, settlement development, t...