engraved plaques - Plaque (11) - Copper
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Description from the seller
a lot of about 11 copper plates engraved in intaglio.
The subjects clearly represent:
Monumental façades
Official buildings
Classical architecture
Dome monument (probably Panthéon / Hôtel des Invalides type)
Palaces / theatres / Parisian buildings
Monumental columns (Madeleine / Assembly type)
We are very likely dealing with French architectural views, possibly Paris.
Lot of old copper-engraved printing plates – Architectural views – Late 19th century
Important set of old copper-engraved printing plates, representing architectural views of classical monuments (probably French).
The plates show fine intaglio work, with printing traces attesting to old editorial use.
Period:
Late 19th – early 20th century (circa 1880–1920)
Technique:
Intaglio engraving on copper (etching / burin)
Condition:
Old patina with natural oxidation and signs of workshop use.
Interest:
Printer’s trade item
Ancient graphic arts
Industrial decoration
Architecture / Paris collection
Seller's Story
I am a seller of a wide range of antiques and collectibles dating from different eras, my items are certified by auctioneers to ensure the reliability of my items.
Translated by Google Translatea lot of about 11 copper plates engraved in intaglio.
The subjects clearly represent:
Monumental façades
Official buildings
Classical architecture
Dome monument (probably Panthéon / Hôtel des Invalides type)
Palaces / theatres / Parisian buildings
Monumental columns (Madeleine / Assembly type)
We are very likely dealing with French architectural views, possibly Paris.
Lot of old copper-engraved printing plates – Architectural views – Late 19th century
Important set of old copper-engraved printing plates, representing architectural views of classical monuments (probably French).
The plates show fine intaglio work, with printing traces attesting to old editorial use.
Period:
Late 19th – early 20th century (circa 1880–1920)
Technique:
Intaglio engraving on copper (etching / burin)
Condition:
Old patina with natural oxidation and signs of workshop use.
Interest:
Printer’s trade item
Ancient graphic arts
Industrial decoration
Architecture / Paris collection
Seller's Story
I am a seller of a wide range of antiques and collectibles dating from different eras, my items are certified by auctioneers to ensure the reliability of my items.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
11
Title
engraved plaques
Country of origin
France
Material
Copper
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
8 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Qualification
Original/official
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