A mezzotint is an intaglio printmaking method where the metal plate is roughened evenly to hold ink, producing rich dark backgrounds and smooth tonal transitions. Printers scrape and burnish areas of this rough surface to create lighter tones and highlights, resulting in velvety portraits with remarkable depth.

How do I date an engraving?

Dating relies on the costume, typography, publication lines printed on the paper, and stylistic cues within the plate itself. Historical subjects often record the sitter's lifespan or the active dates of the publisher. Matching the paper quality and the construction style of the surrounding wooden frame provides additional chronological context.

Are these prints original?

The listings comprise original historical prints pulled from copper or metal plates during their respective periods of production. Each sheet represents a period impression created using traditional printmaking methods. Makers and engravers carved or rocked these plates centuries ago, transferring ink onto hand-made paper substrates.

How should I hang them?

These framed works require placement away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the paper and ink over time. Stable indoor humidity levels protect the paper substrate and the wooden frame mouldings. Secure picture hooks rated for the weight of the timber frame and glass ensure safe wall mounting.

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A black framed engraving brings historical depth to a room through centuries of portraiture and printmaking.

Samuel Howitt (1756–1822) Original Antique Etching – Recumbent Lioness

18th century

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Samuel Howitt (1756–1822) Original Antique Etching – Recumbent Lioness

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£299

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Mezzotint Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1648) - By John Bowles After Sir Peter Lely, After Samuel Cooper

17th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1648) - By John Bowles After Sir Peter Lely, After Samuel Cooper

From The Mezzotint Man

£720

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18th century

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William Woollett After George Stubbs - Three 18th Century Engravings from the Shooting Series

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£820

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Henry Alken 'Ideas' Series - Trio of Hand-coloured Engravings Circa 1826

19th century

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Henry Alken 'Ideas' Series - Trio of Hand-coloured Engravings Circa 1826

From Kings-Lane

£125

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Early 20th-century Framed Corinthian Order Plate

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th-century Framed Corinthian Order Plate

From Steven Swann Antiques

£275

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Mezzotint Portrait of Dodington Montagu (Nee Greville) Duchess of Manchester by John Faber Jr After Sir Godfrey Kneller

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of Dodington Montagu (Nee Greville) Duchess of Manchester by John Faber Jr After Sir Godfrey Kneller

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£820

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Mezzotint Portrait of David Garrick - 'L'homme Entre Le Vice Et La Virtue' by Jiohan Elis Haid After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of David Garrick - 'L'homme Entre Le Vice Et La Virtue' by Jiohan Elis Haid After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

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£880

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Herbert Dicksee "The Twilight Hour" Original Etching

1900 - 1920

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Herbert Dicksee "The Twilight Hour" Original Etching

From McTague of Harrogate

£1,450

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Ladies Waldegrave by Valentine Green After Sir Joshua Reynolds

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Ladies Waldegrave by Valentine Green After Sir Joshua Reynolds

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£920

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Countess of Rochford - By John Smith After Charles D'agar

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Countess of Rochford - By John Smith After Charles D'agar

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£720

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Even eighteenth-century dukes and military commanders must contend with the eternal company of cheeky children and household pets in neighbouring frames.

Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

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£620

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'Diana Disarming Cupid' - Mezzotint Portrait of Elizabeth Dashwood Duchess of Manchester and Her Son George Montagu, by James Watson After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

18th century

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'Diana Disarming Cupid' - Mezzotint Portrait of Elizabeth Dashwood Duchess of Manchester and Her Son George Montagu, by James Watson After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

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£1,200

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Duke and Dutchess of Lauderdale by Robert Williams After Sir Peter Lely.

17th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Duke and Dutchess of Lauderdale by Robert Williams After Sir Peter Lely.

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£720

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Right Honble Lady Louisa Manners, Countess of Dysart by Valentine Green After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of the Right Honble Lady Louisa Manners, Countess of Dysart by Valentine Green After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

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£880

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Andrew Bell (1726-1809) - Anatomical Skeleton Engraving, C.1770

18th century

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Andrew Bell (1726-1809) - Anatomical Skeleton Engraving, C.1770

From Harrington Antiques

£175

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Mezzotint Portrait of Diana Viscountess Crosbie Engraved by W Dickinson and Watson After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

18th century

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Mezzotint Portrait of Diana Viscountess Crosbie Engraved by W Dickinson and Watson After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

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£800

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Black Framed Engraving

Samuel Howitt (1756–1822) Original Antique Etching – Recumbent Lioness

Mezzotint Portrait of Oliver Cromwell (1599-1648) - By John Bowles After Sir Peter Lely, After Samuel Cooper

William Woollett After George Stubbs - Three 18th Century Engravings from the Shooting Series

Henry Alken 'Ideas' Series - Trio of Hand-coloured Engravings Circa 1826

Early 20th-century Framed Corinthian Order Plate

Mezzotint Portrait of Dodington Montagu (Nee Greville) Duchess of Manchester by John Faber Jr After Sir Godfrey Kneller

Mezzotint Portrait of David Garrick - 'L'homme Entre Le Vice Et La Virtue' by Jiohan Elis Haid After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

Herbert Dicksee "The Twilight Hour" Original Etching

Mezzotint Portrait of the Ladies Waldegrave by Valentine Green After Sir Joshua Reynolds

Mezzotint Portrait of the Countess of Rochford - By John Smith After Charles D'agar

Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

'Diana Disarming Cupid' - Mezzotint Portrait of Elizabeth Dashwood Duchess of Manchester and Her Son George Montagu, by James Watson After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

Mezzotint Portrait of the Duke and Dutchess of Lauderdale by Robert Williams After Sir Peter Lely.

Mezzotint Portrait of the Right Honble Lady Louisa Manners, Countess of Dysart by Valentine Green After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

Andrew Bell (1726-1809) - Anatomical Skeleton Engraving, C.1770

Mezzotint Portrait of Diana Viscountess Crosbie Engraved by W Dickinson and Watson After Sir Joshua Reynolds.

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