Engravings and their value: a guide for the print collector [1891]

Language: English. Approximately 496 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1891. Text in English. This authoritative guide, originally published in 1891, offers a detailed examination of engravings and their value for collectors. Written by John Herbert Slater, a renowned expert in the field, the book provides comprehensive insights into the techniques, history, and market appreciation of engraved prints. It includes a biographical dictionary of notable engravers (pages 91-455), extensive bibliographical references (pages 82-89), and an index for easy navigation. The work serves as both a practical manual for collectors and a scholarly reference on the art of engraving, covering historical developments, stylistic variations, and the factors influencing the monetary and artistic worth of prints. Whether for the serious collector or the art historian, this volume remains an essential resource in the study of printmaking and its cultural significance. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…