Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Speaking of ornament, the way in which an object is engraved, or painted, or carved, or any of a hundred other ways ornament has been used can make a tremendous difference in the overall quality of the item. The proper identification of materials sometimes requires testing, which may require the assistance of an expert.

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Collectibles Material Maker/Artist Provenance 52

Sarasota Antique Buyers

MAY 14, 2025

The Art of Identification: Intaglio vs. Lithographs Let’s discuss how to tell the difference between intaglio prints and lithographs. Intaglio Prints: The Plate Mark Clue Intaglio prints include etchings, engravings, and mezzotints. Although they may both hang on walls, they are quite different.

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Lithographs Prints Antique Art Antiques and Decorative Arts 52

WorthPoint

DECEMBER 6, 2024

They are usually silver and black with logos and identification marks that sometimes go unnoticed in a yard sale box or a thrift store shelf. The name is on the knob of older pieces, and an engraved mark is usually on the side , but because of wear, it’s often easy to miss, so make sure you inspect thoroughly.

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Engravings Collectibles Identification Material 52