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Detailed Etching of Horse, Cow, Goat, and Sheep Heads by Oberman, 1809
Located in Langweer, NL
elements. Here’s a comprehensive description of the etching:
Composition:
1. Animal Heads:
- The print
Category
Antique 1810s Prints
Materials
Paper
H 10.63 in W 16.93 in D 0.01 in
Landscape Etching
By Ricardo Mantovani
Located in Houston, TX
Etching of horse cart pulling family in arid landscape by artist Ricardo Mantovani, 1979. Signed
Category
1960s Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Etching
"Horses", 1960's Pop Art Etching A/P
By Marc Foster Grant
Located in Soquel, CA
A late 1960's modern Pop Art etching of horses by Marc Foster Grant (American, b.1947). The
Category
1960s Pop Art Animal Prints
Materials
Printer's Ink, Etching, Paper
Group of Horses with Sun, Etching by Hoi Lebadang
By Hoi Lebadang
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lebadang (aka Hoi), Vietnamese (1922 - 2015) - Group of Horses with Sun. Year: circa 1970, Medium
Category
1970s Abstract Prints and Multiples
Materials
Etching
Herd of Horses - Etching by Eugène Burnand - Late 19th century
Located in Roma, IT
Herd of Horses is an original etching realized by Eugène Burnand (1850-1921) in the Late 19th
Category
Late 19th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints
Materials
Engraving, Etching
H 7.49 in W 10.63 in D 0.08 in
Study of Horse - Plate 80 - Etching by Jean François Poletnich - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Study of Horse - Plate 80 is an etching realized by Jean François Poletnich in 18th Century.
Good
Category
18th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
H 7.88 in W 11.03 in D 0.04 in
Ancient Roman Statue of a Horse - Original Etching by Carlo Nolli - 1700s
By Carlo Nolli
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient Roman statue of a horse, from the series "Antiquities of Herculaneum", is an original
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
H 19.3 in W 13.39 in D 0.04 in
Ancient Roman Statue of a Horse - Original Etching by Carlo Nolli - 1700s
By Carlo Nolli
Located in Roma, IT
Ancient Roman statue of a horse, from the series "Antiquities of Herculaneum", is an original
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
H 19.3 in W 13.39 in D 0.04 in
Rare Large Etching of a Market of War Horses, Ca.1720
Located in Langweer, NL
Huchtenburg, J. van (1647-1733).
Impressive rare large etching of a 'War-" Horse-market. - This
Category
Antique 1720s Maps
Death of Faithful - Horses from Pilgrim’s Progress
Located in London, GB
Striking first proof of Péri’s “Death of Faithful”, from his Pilgrim’s Progress etchings. Inscribed
Category
1950s Modern Animal Prints
Materials
Paper, Etching
Horses (Cheveaux), Portfolio of 27 Prints by Hoi Lebadang
By Hoi Lebadang
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lebadang (aka Hoi), Vietnamese (1922 - 2015) - Horses (Cheveaux). Year: 1968, Medium: Portfolio of
Category
1960s Abstract Prints and Multiples
Materials
Etching, Lithograph
Guy Allen, Horse Study Fuschia, Horse Art Prints, Limited Edition Print
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
Horse Study Fuchsia [2020]
Limited Edition
Figurative
Etching, Aquatint, and Screen Print on Paper
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Prints
Materials
Etching, Aquatint, Screen
H 29.93 in W 31.11 in D 0.04 in
Salvador Dali "The Beloved is as Fair as a Company of Horses" from Song of Songs
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artist: Salvador Dali
Title: "The Beloved is as Fair as a Company of Horses" from the Portfolio
Category
1970s Surrealist Prints and Multiples
Materials
Archival Paper, Etching
Welbeck Park Belongs to the Marquis of Newcastle /// Equestrian Horse Old Master
By William Cavendish
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
and Invention of Dressing Horses)
Year: 1737 (Second edition)
Medium: Original Hand-Colored Engraving
Category
1730s Old Masters Animal Prints
Materials
Watercolor, Laid Paper, Engraving, Intaglio, Etching
Signed and numbered Salvador Dali etching with gold dust on arches paper
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904 – 1989)
The beloved is as fair as a company of horses
Etching with
Category
20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints
Materials
Etching
H 24.13 in W 18 in D 1 in
Study of a horse lying on its right side seen from the front
By Adam Frans van der Meulen
Located in Stockholm, SE
of ten etchings titled Horses Wounded in Battle (see image), by Jan van Huchtenberg (1647–1733) after
Category
17th Century Old Masters Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Crayon
"The Winner" - Etching on Paper (10/25)
Located in Soquel, CA
"The Winner" - Etching on Paper
Clean and modern drypoint etching of a horse skeleton by Maria
Category
1970s Modern Still-life Prints
Materials
Paper, Ink, Drypoint
Guy Allen, Dachshund and Butterfly, Affordable Animal Art, Limited Edition Print
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
capture horses’ musculature and movement. Most recently, one of Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Prints
Materials
Paper, Etching
Waxing Crescent Young (The Moon Series), Guy Allen, Limited Edition Print
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
’ musculature and movement. Most recently, one of Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was awarded runner up at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist More Prints
Materials
Paper, Etching
H 20.08 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in
Waxing Crescent (The Moon Series), Guy Allen, Limited Edition Print, Affordable
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was awarded runner up at the Society of Equestrian Artists Summer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Prints
Materials
Paper, Etching
H 20.08 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in
Libby And Bumblebee, Guy Allen, Limited Edition Print, Animal Art, Black & White
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
’ musculature and movement. Most recently, one of Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was awarded runner up at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Animal Prints
Materials
Gold Leaf
Swallowtail Butterfly, Guy Allen, Limited Edition Print, Affordable Animal Art
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
’ musculature and movement. Most recently, one of Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was awarded runner up at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Still-life Prints
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 0.04 in
untitled (polo player on horseback)
By Henry George Keller
Located in Fairlawn, OH
and died there on Aug. 3, 1949. The subjects of his watercolors, oils, lithographs, and etchings
Category
1920s American Impressionist Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Chalk
Untitled (seated female nude)
By Henry Keller
Located in Fairlawn, OH
. The subjects of his watercolors, oils, lithographs, and etchings include horses, figures, landscapes
Category
1920s American Modern Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Graphite
Crown Tiara Bandeau by Jacques Esterel unique piece signed, numbered 1/1, 1957
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Esterel himself. This fantastic rigid brass band shows beautiful acid etchings of Roman horse chariots and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Brass
H 1.97 in W 8.47 in D 7.88 in
Reclining Female Nude
By Henry George Keller
Located in Fairlawn, OH
, lithographs, and etchings include horses, figures, landscapes of Ohio, San Diego, and from his world travels
Category
1940s American Modern Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Chalk
Reclining Female Nude
By Henry George Keller
Located in Fairlawn, OH
, lithographs, and etchings include horses, figures, landscapes of Ohio, San Diego, and from his world travels
Category
1940s American Modern Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Chalk
Lily of the West VIII (Etching, watercolor, cowgirl, attitude, horses)
Located in Basalt, CO
To create an etching, Ostlind heats a copper plate and then uses a small roller to coat it evenly
Category
2010s Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Etching
Lily of the West VII (Etching, watercolor, cowgirl, attitude, horses)
Located in Basalt, CO
To create an etching, Ostlind heats a copper plate and then uses a small roller to coat it evenly
Category
2010s Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Etching
Salvador Dali Mask Of Death Color Etching Hand Signed Surreal Horse Artwork SBO
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Bloomington, MN
Salvador Dali Authentic Hand Signed and Numbered Etching, Custom Framed and listed with the Submit
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Prints
Materials
Etching
Pair of Lucas Vorsterman Colored Etching "the art of riding a horse"
Located in Lentate sul Seveso (Mb), IT
Pair of Lucas Vorsterman (Anversa 1624-1677) colored etching belonging to the work "the art of
Category
Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Prints
Materials
Paper
18th Century Etchings of Le Neopoltain and Cheval Anglois Horses - Set of 2
Located in Geneva, IL
This pair of prints features the Italian Le Neopolitain and English Cheval Anglois horses
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Drawings
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in W 18 in D 1.5 in
Set of 5 horses in landscape
By Paulus Potter
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Set of 5 antique prints, untitled. All show horses in a landscape (including the Frisian horse
Category
Mid-17th Century Animal Prints
Materials
Etching
Set of 9. Untitled - Arabian horse named Favori.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
9 Antique prints showing different parts of the horses's body (horse physiology).
Copperplate
Category
1760s Animal Prints
Materials
Engraving, Etching
Shepherdess, La bergere - Portrait of the horse Shepherdess.
By Charles Francois Gabriel Levachez
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Etching & mezzotint engraving. on wove paper.
Made by Charles Francois Gabriel Levachez after
Category
Late 18th Century Animal Prints
Materials
Mezzotint, Etching
Untitled - Fight of horse riders (during eighty year or thirty year wars).
By Willem van den Landen
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Etching on hand laid paper. Watermark: Anchor.
From an edition published by R & I. Ottens, ca 1700
Category
Early 18th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
Dutch Horse Bit
Located in New York, NY
Print of an etching from the 1600s of a horse bit. Could be printed to most custom sizes. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Prints
Dutch Horse Bit
Located in New York, NY
Print of an etching from the 1600s of a horse bit. Could be printed to most custom sizes. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Other Prints
Dutch Horse Bit
Located in New York, NY
Print of an etching from the 1600s of a horse bit. Could be printed to most custom sizes. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Prints
Dutch Horse Bit
Located in New York, NY
Print of an etching from the 1600s of a horse bit. Could be printed to most custom sizes. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Other Prints
Impressionist Etching of Farmer and Horses Plowing
Located in New York, NY
The delicate etching feature an iconic pastoral scape with a farmer plowing with two horses. This
Category
20th Century Hungarian Modern Prints
Large Antique Don Quixote Book, English, Cassell & Co, Gustave Dore, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Bound in green canvas over board, titling in gilt and with a cover etching of horse riders
The famous
Category
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.82 in W 9.45 in D 1.78 in
17th Century Realistic Animal Etching Print of a Horse on a Farm
By Simon Jacobsz de Vlieger
Located in Houston, TX
17th Century etching by Dutch painter Simon de Vlieger depicting a realistic horse on a farm
Category
17th Century Dutch School Animal Prints
Materials
Etching
H 17.5 in W 16.75 in D 0.75 in
19th Century Victorian Pair of Colour Horse Racing Etchings, C.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian pair of coloured etchings, each labeled 'Preparing to Start' and
Category
20th Century Unknown Victorian Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Etching of a Frisian Horse Made After P. Potter circa 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique engraving on thick laid paper. Bearing signature and date, 1652, in the plate, slight spotting, mostly marginal, an exposure line coming within the lower plate mark but well ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Prints
The Winner BY GUY ALLEN, Race Horse Art, Racing Art, Art of Horses, Horse Art
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
Guy Allen limited edition print.
The Winner
Etching, Aquatint and Gold leaf
600mm x 750mm
This work
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Prints
Materials
Gold Leaf
20th Century British Set of Color Horse Racing Etchings, John Sturgess, C.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th Century complete series of the famous Conyngham Cup 1872 painted by John Sturgess and engraved by EG Hester. These oak framed hand coloured Aquatints show the Punc...
Category
20th Century British Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Paper
H 30.32 in W 43.31 in D 1.19 in
Lone Horse ( Artist Proof), 1940s American Modernist Portrait of Horse Print
By Ethel Magafan
Located in Denver, CO
"Lone Horse (Artist Proof)", is an etching on paper by western artist Ethel Magafan (1916-1993) of
Category
1940s American Modern Animal Prints
Materials
Paper, Etching
On the Neck of her Horse by Pablo Picasso - 1970
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Roma, IT
in 1970.
Original title: on the neck of her horse
Aquatint and drypoint etching and polished steel
Category
1970s Cubist Animal Prints
Materials
Etching, Aquatint
Boxing Hares, Limited Edition Print, Animal Art, Hare Art, Gold Leaf, Nature art
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
. Most recently, one of Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was awarded runner up at the Society of
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Prints
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 15.6 in W 14.02 in D 0.04 in
Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1851) - Set of 13 Etchings, Hunting & Horses
Located in Corsham, GB
A set of 13 humorous 19th Century soft-ground etchings by the well-known artist Henry Thomas Alken
Category
19th Century Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
The Beloved is as Fair as a Company of Horses - Etching by S. Dalì - 1971
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Roma, IT
The Beloved is as Fair as a Company of Horses is an original Contemporary Artwork realized in 1971
Category
1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
H 24.02 in W 18.12 in D 0.04 in
Horse Race
By Charles Vernet
Located in Houston, TX
Fascinating and rare antique aquatint etching of a lively horse race by French artist Charles
Category
Early 19th Century Other Art Style Animal Prints
Materials
Paper, Engraving
Three Steeplechasers - Drypoint Etching on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Three Steeplechasers - Drypoint Etching on Paper
Graceful etching of three horse riders by Paul
Category
1930s Romantic Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Ink, Drypoint
Wah Ming Chang Patinated Bronze Dish with Horse Etched
By Wah Ming Chang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive solid Bronze Mid Century Ash tray with the etching of a horse in the center... a
Category
20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bronze
HERMES Bijouterie Fantaisie Horse Corozo Intaglio Gold Brown Ring Size 53 / 6.25
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Hermes gold tone "Carriage Logo" ring. A tan round intaglio (carved) corozo ring. Etchings
Category
Late 20th Century French Signet Rings
Boxing Hares, Limited Edition Print, Animal Art, Hare Art, Gold Leaf, Nature art
By Guy Allen
Located in Deddington, GB
. Most recently, one of Guy’s etchings, ‘Horse Study Blue’, was awarded runner up at the Society of
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Prints
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 15.6 in W 14.02 in D 0.04 in
Standing Nude
By Henry Keller
Located in Fairlawn, OH
. The subjects of his watercolors, oils, lithographs, and etchings include horses, figures, landscapes
Category
1940s American Modern Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal
Lily of the West 27/72 (Etching, cowgirl, attitude, horses)
Located in Basalt, CO
To create an etching, Ostlind heats a copper plate and then uses a small roller to coat it evenly
Category
2010s Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
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There is a broad range of etchings of horses for sale on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Modern editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Surrealist. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the etchings of horses that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of beige, gray, blue and gold. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Joel Ostlind, Salvador Dalí, Guy Allen, Charles Francois Gabriel Levachez and Marino Marini are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in etching, paper and aquatint, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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Prices for pieces in our collection of etchings of horses start at $260 and top out at $5,000 with the average selling for $750.
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- What is etching?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Etching is a method of making prints using metal plates onto which a design has been incised by acid.
- What is a Picasso etching?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An etching is created by cutting down a metal plate with chemicals, including acid, to achieve the desired image. The metal plate is then inked and pressed onto a piece of paper. Picasso became fascinated with etchings when he moved to Paris in the early 1900s, and would go on to pioneer new techniques with etchings throughout his career. Shop a selection of Pablo Picasso pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- What are the types of etching?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
There is dry and wet etching.
- How do you identify an etching?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify an etching, look in the corners and on the back for an artist's signature or publisher information. Cross-referencing markings with information shared on trusted online resources can allow you to determine the artist. From there, you can browse online and print catalogues of their work to find out the title and date of the etching. In terms of how to tell an etching apart from other types of prints, one telltale sign is the appearance of slightly blurry lines along the edges. Called plate marks, these lines form from the pressure exerted by the plate during the etching process. You may need a magnifying glass to spot the plate mark on a print. If you have any difficulty with the identification process, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. Shop a collection of etchings on 1stDibs.
- What is etched glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Etched glass is a type of decorative glass which is the result of small cuts made to the glass. The cuts, which appear white, typically form patterns or images.
- What is vintage etching?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage etching is a term that refers to a specific type of print produced between 50 and 100 years ago. Printmakers produced etchings by carving images into a copper plate and then soaking it in an acid bath. Then, they applied ink to the plate and pressed it against paper or another material to create an image. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage etchings.
- What is an original etching?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024An original etching is a print produced during the first production run of a print series. After making an etching plate, an artist will create a limited number of etchings. Collectively, these prints are the original etchings. They differ from restrike etchings made years later, sometimes after the death of the artist. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of etchings.
- What is a wood horse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A wood horse is a toy horse made of wood. But it has different meanings across cultures. In Chinese culture, a wooden horse is a symbol of freedom and passion. Find a range of antique and vintage wooden toys on 1stDibs.
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- What is a Haniwa horse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Haniwa horse is a horse figurine made of terracotta clay. Haniwa are terracotta figures created in ancient Japan, and one of the most well-known designs is that of a horse. Today, replicas and originals are sought after by pottery enthusiasts worldwide. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Haniwa figurines from some of the world’s top art dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hermès started as an equestrian brand in 1837 making saddles. Hermès has since expanded its line to include riding blankets and saddle pads. Hermès saddles are handmade and can still be purchased directly through Hermès or authorized retailers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Hermès pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What are The Terracotta Horses?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Terracotta Horses are horse sculptures that were part of the Terracotta Army in China. In Ancient China it was believed that horses were indispensable and essential to Chinese warfare therefore they were immortalized in terracotta form. Shop a selection of terracotta horses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between an etching and a print depends on how specific the terms are. Print is a general term for any type of artwork made by transferring an image onto another material, such as paper or fabric. A specific printmaking technique, etching is a way of incising lines in a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. The plate is then submerged in acid, which “bites” the lines into the metal plate. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of etchings and other prints.
- Did Picasso make etchings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Pablo Picasso made etchings and took that foundation into an exploration of printmaking and the different methods of that medium. Picasso first began working on etchings in the early 1900s, quickly mastering the technique, and then he began expanding and pushing the boundaries to create a unique and signature style. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- Can I etch the back of a mirror?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can etch on the back of a mirror. Modern mirrors typically have a reflective layer that is deposited on the back of the glass. If you want to etch the back of a mirror you need to remove the reflective layer, which can be done with an engraving tool or with an etching solution. Shop a range of antique and modern mirrors on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell a lithograph from an etching, look closely along the edges of the print. Etching is a way of incising lines on a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. Lithography uses a stone rather than a plate. As a result, etchings will usually have a faint imprint or indentation called a plate mark, while a lithograph will not. Researching the artist using trusted online resources may also be helpful, as some printmakers worked exclusively with etchings or lithographs. Find a large selection of lithographs and etchings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if an etching is valuable, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. The maker, age, image quality, historical significance and overall condition all play a role in determining the potential value of an etching. By seeing how much similar etchings have sold for in the past, you can get a rough idea of how much your piece may be worth. However, experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate prints for a more accurate valuation. Find a wide range of etchings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an etching is that while both are types of prints, they are made using different techniques. With respect to lithography, the image to be printed is drawn or painted on a stone or metal plate with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche (an oily wash). The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Afterward, the stone is covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.
Etching is a way of incising lines in a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. The plate is then submerged in acid, which “bites” the lines into the metal plate. The ground is then removed and the plate is inked for pressing.
Find a collection of lithographs for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between etching and aquatint is technique. Invented in the 1500s, etching is a way of incising lines in a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. The plate is then submerged in acid, which “bites” the lines into the metal plate. The ground is then removed, and the plate is inked for pressing. Etched lines tend to reveal the movement of the artist’s hand more than a technique like engraving, since the image is created on softer ground. Aquatint, a technique named for its resemblance to watercolor or ink wash, is often combined with etching to create rich tonal variations. It’s a similar process to etching, but the resin ground is more granulated, so the acid handles the metal differently. Different degrees of darkness are created based on the amount of time the plate is in contact with the acid. Find a collection of etchings and aquatint prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if an etching is original, first gently run your hand along its surface. An original etching will usually have a slight indentation in the image area left behind by the pressure applied by the plate during the printing process. Next, grab a magnifying glass and view the image up close. On an original, you won't see small dots making up the picture, but many reproductions do display dots due to their printing methods. Finally, look at the signature. Most original etchings will be hand-signed. If the signature is printed on your piece, it may be a reproduction. Consult a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer for an expert opinion on your print. Find a wide variety of etchings on 1stDibs.