How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.

Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

18th Century Engravings

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Maps

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Engraving of a Map of Florida, the Gulf Coast, Caribbean Central America, 1728

$12,460 Sale Price

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Charles Monnet " National Assembly In The Night Of August 4-5 " Engraving

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

This engraving represents the National Assembly in the night of August 4 and 5, 1789 realized by

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Antique Late 18th Century French Picture Frames

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Charles Monnet " National Assembly In The Night Of August 4-5 " Engraving

$246 Sale Price

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Beautiful, Hand-Colored, Rare Copper Engraving of 3 Ducks and An Avocet (1792).

Located in Langweer, NL

, on parchment paper (copper engraving). It has a fine shining because of the authenticly applied egg

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Antique Late 18th Century French Decorative Art

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Parchment Paper

Beautiful, Hand-Colored, Rare Copper Engraving of 3 Ducks and An Avocet (1792).

$403

Cheminées du Louvre – Architectural Engraving by Louis-Pierre Baltard, ca.1803

Located in Langweer, NL

Cheminées du Louvre – Architectural Engraving by Louis-Pierre Baltard, 18th Century An impressive

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Antique Early 19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Cheminées du Louvre – Architectural Engraving by Louis-Pierre Baltard, ca.1803

$581

17th c. Engraving by V. Green Merritinto titled Scottish Golfer And His Caddy

Located in Louisville, KY

This beautifully preserved hand-tinted mezzotint of William Innes and caddy, engraved by Valentine Green, from the painting by Lemuel Francis Abbott showcases the original masters of...

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Antique Late 18th Century European American Colonial Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

17th c. Engraving by V. Green Merritinto titled Scottish Golfer And His Caddy

$950

Antique Roman Goddess Statues and Reliefs, Montfaucon Classical Engraving 1721

Located in Langweer, NL

18th-century copper engraving presents a rich survey of Roman sculptural antiquity, drawn from

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Antique 1720s British Prints

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Antique Roman Goddess Statues and Reliefs, Montfaucon Classical Engraving 1721

$1,008

Chauderie and Pagotin Temples, India – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

in the 18th century. The engraving is a detailed depiction of two structures associated with Indian

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Antique Early 1800s French Prints

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Paper

Chauderie and Pagotin Temples, India – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, 1806

$379

Two Species of Wrasse Fish – Hand-Colored Engraving, c.1780

Located in Langweer, NL

Two Species of Wrasse Fish – Hand-Colored Engraving, c.1780 Beautiful 18th-century hand-colored

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Antique 1780s Dutch Prints

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Paper

Two Species of Wrasse Fish – Hand-Colored Engraving, c.1780

$237

Rare Set of Botanical Engravings – Lotus, Lathyrus Hedysarum, ca.1690

Located in Langweer, NL

-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed to Augustus Quirinus Rivinus and

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Antique Late 17th Century German Prints

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Paper

Rare Set of Botanical Engravings – Lotus, Lathyrus Hedysarum, ca.1690

$664

Physical Political Map of Switzerland: Late 18th Century - Mentelle Atlas

Located in Langweer, NL

18th century. - **Cartographic Style:** Detailed engraving with hand-colored boundaries, emphasizing

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Antique 1790s Maps

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Paper

Physical Political Map of Switzerland: Late 18th Century - Mentelle Atlas

$503 Sale Price

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Map of the Duchy of Pomerania – Antique Engraving by P. Schenk Jr., c. 1750

Located in Langweer, NL

. around 1750, the map is a fine example of mid-18th-century Dutch cartography. It is embellished with a

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Maps

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Paper

Map of the Duchy of Pomerania – Antique Engraving by P. Schenk Jr., c. 1750

$593

Old Engraving of the Track of the Resolution Captain Cook in the Pacific, 1780

Located in Langweer, NL

collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and

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Antique 18th Century French Maps

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Old Engraving of the Track of the Resolution Captain Cook in the Pacific, 1780

$510

Hindu Festival Procession with Vishnu Cart – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

late 18th century. The engraving was executed by Jean-Baptiste-Marie Poisson, a skilled French engraver

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Antique Early 1800s French Prints

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Paper

Hindu Festival Procession with Vishnu Cart – Engraving after Sonnerat, 1806

$320

Biblical Engravings – The Unforgiving Servant Christ Blessing Children, c.1700

Located in Langweer, NL

- and early 18th-century Dutch engraving, reflecting both biblical narrative and the artistic ambitions

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Antique Early 1700s Dutch Prints

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Biblical Engravings – The Unforgiving Servant Christ Blessing Children, c.1700

$272

Exquisite Hand-Coloured Butterfly Prints of the 18th and 19th-Century

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Illustrations of Colorful Insects: Hand-Colored Engravings from the 18th and 19th Century

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Antique 1790s Prints

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Exquisite Hand-Coloured Butterfly Prints of the 18th and 19th-Century

$227 Sale Price / set

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Habits et Maisons des Floridiens, Early Florida Ethnography – Engraving, c.1857

Located in Langweer, NL

and evocative 18th-century French engraving titled Habits et Maisons des Floridiens presents an early

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Antique 1850s French Prints

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Habits et Maisons des Floridiens, Early Florida Ethnography – Engraving, c.1857

$284

Allegorical Print of Lithology and Conchology by Boucher Fils, 18th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

: This exquisite 18th-century allegorical engraving, titled La Lithologie & La Conchyliologie, captures

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Antique 1750s Prints

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Allegorical Print of Lithology and Conchology by Boucher Fils, 18th Century

$391

Large Picture containing Six Different Engravings of Grouping of Birds

By Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon

Located in Downingtown, PA

natural history in the second half of the 18th century." The engravings, therefore, represent the visual

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Antique 1780s French Georgian Decorative Art

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Paper

Large Picture containing Six Different Engravings of Grouping of Birds

$3,000

Marriage and Infant Rituals among the Mexicans, Engraving from 1734

Located in Langweer, NL

richly detailed 18th-century copperplate engraving, published in 1723, offers a fascinating window into

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Marriage and Infant Rituals among the Mexicans, Engraving from 1734

$284

Botanical Engraving of Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia) - Rare 1796 Floral Print

Located in Langweer, NL

botanical interests and horticultural practices of the late 18th century. The engraving is in good

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Antique 1790s Prints

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Botanical Engraving of Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia) - Rare 1796 Floral Print

$132 Sale Price

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Set of 3 Rare Botanical Engravings – Cracca, Lotus Foenugracum, ca.1690

Located in Langweer, NL

/early-18th-century botanical copper engravings with period hand-colour, attributed to Augustus Quirinus

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Antique Late 17th Century German Prints

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Paper

Set of 3 Rare Botanical Engravings – Cracca, Lotus Foenugracum, ca.1690

$664 / set

Exquisite 1740 Copperplate Engravings of English Monarchs Tombs in Westminster

Located in Langweer, NL

prints, 18th-century copperplate engravings, Edward I tomb art, Edward III engraving, Black Prince tomb

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Antique 1740s Prints

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Exquisite 1740 Copperplate Engravings of English Monarchs Tombs in Westminster

$1,112 Sale Price

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Catholic Episcopal Rites – Rare 1734 Engraving of Bishop s Ceremonial Duties

Located in Langweer, NL

: This finely executed 18th-century copperplate engraving presents six distinct ecclesiastical scenes

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Paper

Catholic Episcopal Rites – Rare 1734 Engraving of Bishop s Ceremonial Duties

$308

Set of Three Double-Scene Biblical Copper Engravings, Pieter Mortier, ca 1700

Located in Langweer, NL

decorative set consists of three early-18th-century biblical copper engravings, each sheet engraved with two

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Antique Early 1700s Dutch Prints

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Paper

Set of Three Double-Scene Biblical Copper Engravings, Pieter Mortier, ca 1700

$628 / set

Epistle to the Hebrews Engraving – Paul, Law Gospel Allegory c.1735

Located in Langweer, NL

Bernard Picart for 18th-century English folio Bibles. These engravings are highly collectable for their

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Antique 1730s English Prints

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Paper

Epistle to the Hebrews Engraving – Paul, Law Gospel Allegory c.1735

$249

Indians of North America, Dress and Weapons – Millar Geography Engraving, c.1782

Located in Langweer, NL

18th-century copper engraving illustrates the dress, customs, and weapons of Indigenous peoples of

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Antique 1780s British Prints

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Paper

Indians of North America, Dress and Weapons – Millar Geography Engraving, c.1782

$403

Hand-Colored Engraving of Goose Species from Histoire Naturelle, 1790

Located in Langweer, NL

reflects the birds' unique plumage and helps convey their real-life characteristics to an 18th-century

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Antique 1790s Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of Goose Species from Histoire Naturelle, 1790

$123 Sale Price

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Mexican Marriage and Childhood Ceremonies as Imagined in the 18th Century, 1734

Located in Langweer, NL

richly detailed 18th-century copperplate engraving, published in 1723, offers a fascinating window into

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Paper

Mexican Marriage and Childhood Ceremonies as Imagined in the 18th Century, 1734

$189

1739 Masterwork: Van der Horst s Architectural Elegance in Original Engravings

Located in Langweer, NL

van der Horst, Jan Schenk, and Petrus Schenk were individuals active in the 18th-century Dutch world

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Paper

1739 Masterwork: Van der Horst s Architectural Elegance in Original Engravings

$797 Sale Price / set

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Antique Fossil Engraving - Multivalves and Marine Fossils - Plate LXVII, ca.1760

Located in Langweer, NL

of marine life as understood in the 18th century. The engraving showcases numerous fossilized shells

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Antique 1760s Prints

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Paper

Antique Fossil Engraving - Multivalves and Marine Fossils - Plate LXVII, ca.1760

$227 Sale Price

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Allegorical Engraving of Égalité from the French Revolutionary Era, circa 1795

Located in Langweer, NL

engraving, 18th century French art, classical personification, revolutionary propaganda, Enlightenment

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Antique 1790s Prints

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Paper

Allegorical Engraving of Égalité from the French Revolutionary Era, circa 1795

$225

Peter John Heal the Lame Man – Acts III Engraving c.1735

Located in Langweer, NL

used in English Bibles of the early 18th century. Collectors value such engravings for their religious

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Antique 1730s English Prints

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Paper

Peter John Heal the Lame Man – Acts III Engraving c.1735

$189

Jesus “I Am the Way” – John XIV Antique Engraving, c.1735

Located in Langweer, NL

English folio Bibles of the early 18th century. Such engravings served as theological illustrations and

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Antique 1730s English Prints

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Paper

Jesus “I Am the Way” – John XIV Antique Engraving, c.1735

$178

Long-Tailed Black-Headed Hummingbird and Butterfly Engraving by Seligmann, 1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Birds), this engraving is a testament to 18th-century scientific artistry. Seligmann, a skilled engraver

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Paper

Long-Tailed Black-Headed Hummingbird and Butterfly Engraving by Seligmann, 1770

$617

Panoramic View of Vienna on the Danube – Antique City Engraving, c.1777

Located in Langweer, NL

detailed 18th-century copperplate engraving presents a panoramic view of Vienna, then one of the great

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Antique 1770s British Maps

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Paper

Panoramic View of Vienna on the Danube – Antique City Engraving, c.1777

$510

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Pelican by Seligman, c.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Seligmann, 18th Century This beautiful hand-colored engraving, titled 'Der Amerikanische Pelican

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Antique 1770s German Prints

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Paper

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Pelican by Seligman, c.1770

$655 Sale Price

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Hand-Colored Engraving of Hummingbirds and Dormouse by Seligmann, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

-Colored Engraving of Hummingbirds and Dormouse by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This rare hand

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Paper

Hand-Colored Engraving of Hummingbirds and Dormouse by Seligmann, ca.1770

$655 Sale Price

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Rare Engraving of Hindu Deity Virapatrin, Antique Print Published in 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

linework and shading reflect the high skill of 18th-century French engraving techniques, specifically

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Antique Early 1800s Prints

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Paper

Rare Engraving of Hindu Deity Virapatrin, Antique Print Published in 1806

$225

Demarteau after François-André Vincent – Young woman with a red scarf- 18th

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

illustrates the refinement and sensitivity of 18th-century French engraving. Produced around 1770, the plate

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Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Prints

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Paper

Demarteau after François-André Vincent – Young woman with a red scarf- 18th

$818

Ottoman Dervish Costumes and Soldiers from the 18th Century, Engraved in 1734

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Ottoman Dervish Costumes and Soldiers from the 18th Century Description: This engaging

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Ottoman Dervish Costumes and Soldiers from the 18th Century, Engraved in 1734

$284

Architectural Engraving of a Caryatid, Cabinet d Henri IV, by Baltard, ca.1800

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Architectural Engraving of a Caryatid, Cabinet d'Henri IV, by Baltard, 18th Century This

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Antique Early 19th Century French Prints

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Paper

Architectural Engraving of a Caryatid, Cabinet d Henri IV, by Baltard, ca.1800

$569

Frontispiece of Homann s Atlas Novus, Hand-Coloured Engraving, Published in 1720

Located in Langweer, NL

Description: Johann Baptista Homann’s Atlas Novus Frontispiece (Circa Early 18th Century) This

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Antique 1720s Prints

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Frontispiece of Homann s Atlas Novus, Hand-Coloured Engraving, Published in 1720

$351 Sale Price

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Ornate Baroque Stairs: Van der Horst s Design Mastery in Engravings, 1739

Located in Langweer, NL

18th-century Dutch world of printmaking, engraving, and publication, particularly in the realm of

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Paper

Ornate Baroque Stairs: Van der Horst s Design Mastery in Engravings, 1739

$360 Sale Price / set

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20th c. Set of 4 Framed Coral Prints, Corallium Rubrum, After Antique Engravings

By Two s Company

Located in Morristown, NJ

-century scientific engravings. Each composition highlights the vivid branching coral form in tones of

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Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Decorative Art

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Mirror, Wood, Paper

20th c. Set of 4 Framed Coral Prints, Corallium Rubrum, After Antique Engravings

$1,195 / set

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Variegated Teal by Seligmann, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Teal by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This beautifully hand-colored engraving, 'Schetziges

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Paper

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Variegated Teal by Seligmann, ca.1770

$473 Sale Price

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Hooded Merganser by Johann Michael Seligmann, 1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Seligmann, 18th Century This remarkable hand-colored engraving, titled *Die Gehäubte Ente*, features the

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Hooded Merganser by Johann Michael Seligmann, 1770

$550 Sale Price

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Der Albatros - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Albatross by Johann Seligmann, 1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Der Albatros - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Albatross by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Der Albatros - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Albatross by Johann Seligmann, 1770

$655 Sale Price

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View of the Cours in Marseille – Hand-Colored Engraving by Daumont, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

View of the Cours in Marseille – 18th Century Hand-Colored Engraving by Daumont, Paris Description

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Antique 1770s French Prints

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View of the Cours in Marseille – Hand-Colored Engraving by Daumont, ca.1770

$628

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Crested Bittern by Seligmann, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Crested Bittern by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This beautiful hand-colored engraving, titled

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Crested Bittern by Seligmann, ca.1770

$588 Sale Price

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Kingfisher by Johann Michael Seligmann, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: Der Eisvogel - Hand-Colored Engraving of the Kingfisher by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Kingfisher by Johann Michael Seligmann, ca.1770

$626 Sale Price

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Knight of the Holy Saints Maurice and Lazarus - Hand-Colored Engraving, 1791

Located in Langweer, NL

Knight of the Holy Saints Maurice and Lazarus - Historic 18th-Century Hand-Colored Engraving This

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Antique 1790s German Prints

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Paper

Knight of the Holy Saints Maurice and Lazarus - Hand-Colored Engraving, 1791

$308

Antique engraving of Quante-Cong, Emperor of the Chinese, Warren sc., c.1790

Located in Langweer, NL

late 18th-century Europe regarding the distant and exotic court of China. The composition shows the

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Antique 1790s British Prints

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Paper

Antique engraving of Quante-Cong, Emperor of the Chinese, Warren sc., c.1790

$344

Death and Funeral Rites of the Parsis – Rare 1734 Zoroastrian Ritual Engraving

Located in Langweer, NL

: This striking 18th-century copperplate engraving offers a rare European depiction of Zoroastrian death

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Antique 1730s Prints

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Paper

Death and Funeral Rites of the Parsis – Rare 1734 Zoroastrian Ritual Engraving

$261

Caryatids of the Institut de France – Engraving by Louis-Pierre Baltard, c.1800

Located in Langweer, NL

architecture and sculpture in late 18th-century France. The engraving captures a group of elegantly draped

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Antique Early 1800s French Prints

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Paper

Caryatids of the Institut de France – Engraving by Louis-Pierre Baltard, c.1800

$569

Isle de Ladrones: Early 18th-Century Map of the Mariana Islands by F. Bernard

Located in Langweer, NL

depicted remote and lesser-known territories during the early 18th century. The engraving style features

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Antique 1720s Maps

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Paper

Isle de Ladrones: Early 18th-Century Map of the Mariana Islands by F. Bernard

$178

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Blue-Winged Teal by Seligmann, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Teal by Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This striking hand-colored engraving, titled 'Blaues

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Paper

Hand-Colored Engraving of the American Blue-Winged Teal by Seligmann, ca.1770

$516 Sale Price

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Dark and Spotted Duck by Seligmann, ca.1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Johann Michael Seligmann, 18th Century This exquisite hand-colored engraving, titled 'Die Dunkle und

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Antique 1770s Prints

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Hand-Colored Engraving of the Dark and Spotted Duck by Seligmann, ca.1770

$417 Sale Price

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18th Century Engravings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of 18th century engravings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 18th century engravings was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and glass. We have 1682 antique and vintage 18th century engravings in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. 18th century engravings have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of 18th century engravings to choose from, but at 1stDibs, neoclassical, Georgian and Baroque 18th century engravings are of considerable interest. Many 18th century engravings are appealing in their simplicity, but Johann Wilhelm Weinmann, Francois Nicolas Martinet and Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon produced popular 18th century engravings that are worth a look.

How Much are 18th Century Engravings?

Prices for 18th century engravings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 18th century engravings begin at $25 and can go as high as $5,807,050, while the average can fetch as much as $516.

Finding the Right Prints for You

Prints are works of art produced in multiple editions. Though several copies of a specific artwork can exist, collectors consider antique and vintage prints originals when they have been manually created by the artist or are “impressions” that are part of the artist’s intent for the work.

Modern artists use a range of printmaking techniques to produce different types of prints such as relief, intaglio and planographic. Relief prints are created by cutting away a printing surface to leave only a design. Ink or paint is applied to the raised parts of the surface, and it is used to stamp or press the design onto paper or another surface. Relief prints include woodcuts, linocuts and engravings.

Intaglio prints are the opposite of relief prints in that they are incised into the printing surface. The artist cuts the design into a block, plate or other material and then coats it with ink before wiping off the surface and transferring the design to paper through tremendous pressure. Intaglio prints have plate marks showing the impression of the original block or plate as it was pressed onto the paper.

Artists create planographic prints by drawing a design on a stone or metal plate using a grease crayon. The plate is washed with water, then ink is spread over the plate and it adheres to the grease markings. The image is then stamped on paper to make prints.

All of these printmaking methods have an intricate process, although each can usually transfer only one color of ink. Artists use separate plates or blocks for multiple colors, and together these create one finished work of art.

Find prints ranging from the 18th- and 19th-century bird illustrations by J.C. Sepp to mid-century modern prints, as well as numerous other antique and vintage prints at 1stDibs. Browse the collection today and read about how to arrange wall art in your space.

Questions About 18th Century Engravings

How did art change in the 18th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

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