What is a georgian glass print?

A georgian glass print is a historical picture formed by adhering an engraving to the reverse side of a glass sheet and hand-painting it with pigments and oils. This technique protects the delicate colours behind a smooth, transparent glaze. These artworks typically depict royal portraits, classical allegories, and domestic scenes, framed in period woods like rosewood or maple for display as wall art.

How should I hang these pieces?

These artworks require stable interior wall locations away from direct sunlight and excessive moisture to protect the fragile pigments and paper elements sealed behind the glass. Secure wall fixings matched to the weight of the wooden or gilt frames ensure safe suspension. Because the image is painted on the reverse of the glass, avoid applying pressure directly to the centre of the panel when cleaning or adjusting the frame.

How do I identify the period?

Dating relies on examining the framing materials, the style of the engraving, and the physical characteristics of the glass panel itself. Eighteenth-century and regency examples often feature hand-lettered titles, specific portrait subjects, and characteristic rosewood or maple mouldings. Comparing the subject matter, such as military uniforms or contemporary hairstyles, against known historical figures provides further confirmation of the era.

Were these used as mirrors?

Some period pieces combine a mirror plate with a painted glass section positioned above the reflective glass. These combined formats served a dual decorative and practical purpose in historical interiors. Standard examples, however, function purely as wall art without any reflective mirror surface, relying entirely on the opaque pigments and gold leaf behind the glass.

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A georgian glass print brings together the delicate technique of reverse painting and mezzotint engraving to create striking historical wall art.

Miss Campbell Georgian Reverse Glass Print

18th century

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Miss Campbell Georgian Reverse Glass Print

From Reindeer Antiques

£650

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18th century

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18th Century Kauffman Style Lady Print

From Carse Antiques

£100

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W. Bishop "The Match Boy" Reverse Mezzotint on Glass

19th century

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W. Bishop "The Match Boy" Reverse Mezzotint on Glass

From McTague of Harrogate

£475

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Interesting and Rare Early C19th Maple-framed Divided 2-Section Mirror with a Reverse Glass Print Above Depicting an American and British Naval Engagement.

19th century

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Interesting and Rare Early C19th Maple-framed Divided 2-Section Mirror with a Reverse Glass Print Above Depicting an American and British Naval Engagement.

From M Lees and Sons

£1,500

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Portrait of Princess Caroline Georgian Reverse Glass Print

18th century

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Portrait of Princess Caroline Georgian Reverse Glass Print

From Reindeer Antiques

£950

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The Lady of the Manor Reverse Glass Print

18th century

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The Lady of the Manor Reverse Glass Print

From Reindeer Antiques

£1,200

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Domestic Employment, Georgian Reverse Glass Print

18th century

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Domestic Employment, Georgian Reverse Glass Print

From Reindeer Antiques

£950

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18th century

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18th Century Reverse Glass Mezzotint of Mrs Anne Granville After Richard Phillips

From Hand of Glory

£295

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18th century

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Spring, Georgian Reverse Glass Print

From Reindeer Antiques

£1,250

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Portrait of Archduke Charles of Austria Reverse Glass Print

19th century

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Portrait of Archduke Charles of Austria Reverse Glass Print

From Reindeer Antiques

£650

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Children, infantrymen, and match boys gaze out from behind protective panes, reminding us that eighteenth-century youth sat still for their pigments too.

Pair of Georgian Reverse Glass Prints: Autumn and Winter

18th century

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Pair of Georgian Reverse Glass Prints: Autumn and Winter

From Reindeer Antiques

£1,500

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Pair of Georgian Reverse Paintings on Glass

18th century

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Pair of Georgian Reverse Paintings on Glass

From Jane Short Antiques

£580

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Late 18thc/e19thc Reverse Glass Picture of St Peter.

18th century

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Late 18thc/e19thc Reverse Glass Picture of St Peter.

From Mike Melody Antiques

£125

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19th century

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Georgian Painting on Glass C1800

From Shaun King Antiques

£485

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Regency Reverse Engraving on Glass of Queen Caroline .

19th century

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Regency Reverse Engraving on Glass of Queen Caroline .

From Jane Short Antiques

£330

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Regency Reverse Glass Engravings Set of Four

19th century

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Regency Reverse Glass Engravings Set of Four

From Jane Short Antiques

£795

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Georgian Glass Print

Miss Campbell Georgian Reverse Glass Print

18th Century Kauffman Style Lady Print

W. Bishop "The Match Boy" Reverse Mezzotint on Glass

Interesting and Rare Early C19th Maple-framed Divided 2-Section Mirror with a Reverse Glass Print Above Depicting an American and British Naval Engagement.

Portrait of Princess Caroline Georgian Reverse Glass Print

The Lady of the Manor Reverse Glass Print

Domestic Employment, Georgian Reverse Glass Print

18th Century Reverse Glass Mezzotint of Mrs Anne Granville After Richard Phillips

Spring, Georgian Reverse Glass Print

Portrait of Archduke Charles of Austria Reverse Glass Print

Pair of Georgian Reverse Glass Prints: Autumn and Winter

Pair of Georgian Reverse Paintings on Glass

Late 18thc/e19thc Reverse Glass Picture of St Peter.

Georgian Painting on Glass C1800

Regency Reverse Engraving on Glass of Queen Caroline .

Regency Reverse Glass Engravings Set of Four

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