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Another Chip Off the Old Block
By Robert Deyber
Located in Greenwich, CT
Another Chip Off the Old Block is a lithograph on paper, 7.5 x 9 inches image size, and initialed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Hand Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Case
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Original old Anatolian blocks used to print these patterns on to hand woven vintage cotton fabric
Category

20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Hand Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Case
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Original old Anatolian blocks used to print these patterns on to hand woven vintage cotton fabric
Category

20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Hand Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Case
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Original old Anatolian blocks used to print these patterns on to hand woven vintage cotton fabric
Category

20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Hand Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Case
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Original old Anatolian blocks used to print these patterns on to hand woven vintage cotton fabric
Category

20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Classic old bug, Lok Kandjengo, Linoleum Block Print on Paper
By Lok Kandjengo
Located in Windhoek, NA
Classic old bug, 2019. Linoleum Block Print on Paper, 1/2 Lok Kandjengo was born in Ongwedieva in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style More Prints

Materials

Paper, Linocut

"Sitting on the Old Chair" - gold block print on black paper
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gold pigment on black paper block print, nude art, framed, signed by the artist. Edition of 20
Category

2010s Art Deco Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Woodcut

Hand-Printed Blue and White Floral Ceramic Dinner Plates, Set of Four
Located in London, GB
central unique design, which comes from an old traditional Hungarian block print giving the feel of both a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Yellow Chyrpy
Located in Portland, ME
sleeves hanging down the back. The lining of older chyrpies is block printed cotton while new ones utilize
Category

Antique 19th Century Turkmen Quilts and Blankets

Yellow Chyrpy
Yellow Chyrpy
H 47 in W 70 in D 0.1 in
THE OLD PINE - Very Good Large Scale Work by a Master of the Color Block Print
By Frances H. Gearhart
Located in Santa Monica, CA
FRANCES H. GEARHART (1869-1958) THE OLD PINE (aka Big Pine) c. 1930-32 Color block print signed
Category

1930s American Impressionist Landscape Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Hand Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Case
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Original old Anatolian blocks used to print these patterns on to hand woven vintage cotton fabric
Category

20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Hand Blown Glass Imprints of Indian Print Block Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
was taken from an old Indian textile print block and made into a form for imprinting hot glass just
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Old Turkish Quilt
Located in New York, NY
A lovely old Turkish quilt with block printed cotton fabric in the front
Category

Vintage 1930s Turkish Quilts and Blankets

Old Turkish Quilt
Old Turkish Quilt
H 76 in W 72 in
31 Stars in an Interesting Variation of the "Great Star"
Located in York County, PA
printed in the 1850-1858 period, then overprinted in 1860. Or an older print block was used to create a
Category

20th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

31 Stars In An Interesting Variation Of The "Great Star" Configuration
Located in York County, PA
printed in the 1850-1858 period, then overprinted in 1860. Or an older print block was used to create a
Category

Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Late 19th Century Japanese Table Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
by nice Chinese silk trims and backed with lovely old block printed papers set within black painted
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Other Paintings and Screens

Late 19th Century Japanese Table Screen
Late 19th Century Japanese Table Screen
H 19.5 in W 60 in D 0.5 in
Hand Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Case
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Original old Anatolian blocks used to print these patterns on to hand woven vintage cotton fabric
Category

20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Cotton

Burled Wood Chinoiserie Ming Styled Coffee Table and End Tables Set by Century
By Century Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
office. Would suggest pairing with old Japanese wood block prints. Condition: Excellent well cared for
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Burl

Indian Banjara Storage Bag Pillow in Turquoise Blue, Orange-Red and Ivory
Located in Los Angeles, CA
as shown. All-over quilting stitches on block print fabric. Old patches on one side. Zipper enclosure
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

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Old Block Prints For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of old block prints for sale on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Old Masters editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Pop Art. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add old block prints that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, black, beige, orange and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Carol Summers, Carmen de Vos, David Trautrimas, Currier & Ives and Stéphane Couturier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paper, woodcut print and photographic paper — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Old Block Prints?

Prices for pieces in our collection of old block prints start at $148 and top out at $350,000 with the average selling for $1,720.
Questions About Old Block Prints
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Indian block printing is an art form that originated in India during ancient times. It involves carving a block of teak wood with an intricate pattern and then using it to press ink onto fabric like silk or cotton. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Indian block printed apparel and art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A printing block is sometimes called a printmaking block, a wood block or a block. You can also refer to one simply as a printing block. Artists carve printmaking blocks with designs, apply ink and then press them against a surface to produce artwork. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The oldest known example of block printing is the Diamond Sutra. Produced around 886 CE, the scroll is a Buddhist religious text and was discovered in Dunhuang, China. Anthropologists believe that the Chinese developed the art of block printing 4,000 years ago, but so far, none of the earlier works have been discovered. On 1stDibs, find a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rajasthan is the Indian state that is most famous for block printing, though it is also a popular dyeing method in a variety of other states. Rajasthan features various cities known for different techniques of this textile printing method. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic Indian block printed textiles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if an old painting is a print, use a magnifying glass to look at its surface up close. A real painting will have visible brushstrokes left behind by the artist. A print will usually have a smooth surface and may look like it's made up of tiny dots, depending on the printing process used to produce it. If you're still unsure about your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can assist you. Explore a collection of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    The list of old prints that may be worth money is really too long to name. The artist, number of prints in the series, age, historical significance and other characteristics of the print all contribute to the potential value. With older pieces, the condition is also a concern, and any flaws may reduce the potential selling price. Some artists whose prints are often sought by collectors include Albrecht Dürer, Henri Toulouse-Lautrec, Rembrandt and Frederic Remington. If you're interested in learning how much particular prints you own may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. Find a large collection of art prints on 1stDibs.