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C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses
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C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses

18th century
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c. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-Coloured Portrait Engravings Of Actresses

Brief Description:

This is an immaculately presented pair of original Georgian hand-coloured Copper plate engravings.

Each fabulous image portrays a famous actress of the period.

One was printed in 1796 and the other in 1801.

They are mounted within superb quality (later) glazed and gilt moulded frames

Attributes:

English

Hand-coloured Copper plate Engravings

Circa: 1801

Condition:

Both pictures and their frames are offered in an overall excellent original condition commensurate with age.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 11.5'' | 29.2 cm

Width: 10.2'' | 25.9 cm

Depth: 1.2'' | 3 cm

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*A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

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Physical Dimensions
Height
29.2cm (11.50")
Width
25.9cm (10.20")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated these Georgian Portrait Engravings to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152811
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Description
C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-Coloured Portrait Engravings Of Actresses

Brief Description:

This is an immaculately presented pair of original Georgian hand-coloured Copper plate engravings.

Each fabulous image portrays a famous actress of the period.

fig 1. A pair of vertically stacked antique oval portrait engravings of women set in deep red and gilded wooden frames.
fig 1. C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses

One was printed in 1796 and the other in 1801.

They are mounted within superb quality (later) glazed and gilt moulded frames

Attributes:

English

Hand-coloured Copper plate Engravings

Circa: 1801

Condition:

“
Both pictures and their frames are offered in an overall excellent original condition commensurate with age.
Artsonline
fig 2. A pair of vertically stacked antique oval portrait engravings of women set in deep red and gilded wooden frames.
fig 2. C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 11.5'' | 29.2 cm

Width: 10.2'' | 25.9 cm

Depth: 1.2'' | 3 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 3. A pair of vertically stacked antique oval portrait engravings of women set in deep red and gilded wooden frames.
fig 3. C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces we sell.

fig 4. A pair of vertically stacked antique oval portrait engravings of women set in deep red and gilded wooden frames.
fig 4. C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 5. A pair of vertically stacked antique oval portrait engravings of women set in deep red and gilded wooden frames.
fig 5. C. 1801 Superb Pair Georgian Hand-coloured Portrait Engravings of Actresses

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay Securely - Telephone orders are welcome

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Height
29.2cm (11.50")
Width
25.9cm (10.20")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated these Georgian Portrait Engravings to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152811
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A pair of vertically stacked antique oval portrait engravings of women set in deep red and gilded wooden frames.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFramed Prints
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Gilt, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOval apertures, Gilded slips, Bevelled wooden mouldings, Hand-tinted pigments
  • SizeH 29.2 cm (11 in) x W 25.9 cm (10 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

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Georgian art encompasses the visual culture produced during the reigns of the four British monarchs named George, spanning from 1714 to 1830, characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and a strong influence from the Grand Tour.

Traditional printmaking of this era utilised copper plates for etching or engraving, high-grade laid or wove paper, water-based pigments for hand-colouring, and timber frames featuring gilded gesso or layered moulding.

Authenticity is determined by examining the paper for watermark indicators, checking for plate marks left by the printing press, identifying genuine hand-applied watercolour rather than modern dot-matrix or offset litho printing, and inspecting the age-appropriate construction of the frame.

These pieces can be incorporated into contemporary settings by mounting them within gallery walls alongside abstract works to create contrast, or by hanging them individually against richly painted walls to highlight their historical depth.

Paper works must be kept away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, protected from excessive humidity to avoid foxing and mould growth, and framed using acid-free archival materials with UV-filtering glass.
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