ANTIQUE APPRAISAL: ANTIQUE PRINT APPRAISAL

The definition of a print is simply an image that has been formed in ink and transferred as an impression from a printing surface. The definition of an antique print is one that is more than 100 years old. An antique print appraisal at EmailAppraisals.com is performed by trained and experienced fine art appraisers who discern the various types of prints, but also distinguish the difference between an antique print and a contemporary version drawn from the original.

In the long history of printing, believe it or not, there are only three basic types of prints. By far the oldest of the three is ‘relief’ which dates back eleven centuries. When you receive a certified antique print appraisal from EmailAppraisals.com you are receiving a market valuation opinion from an appraiser who is professionally trained to identify and authenticate even the oldest antique print.

Another type is the engraving method which is called Intaglio, and though it does not date back as far in history as Intaglio, an example of this type of print could also be considered an antique print based on age. The EmailAppraisals.com appraisers are called upon to perform many antique print appraisals of these antique prints for any number of customer needs. Perhaps it is for a charitable donation, or an insurance casualty loss, or given as a gift to a friend or family member. Whatever the customer need, the EmailAppraisals.com appraisers, with over 40 years experience in the field can provide an accurate and timely appraisal that meets all ethical standards and IRS requirements for antique print appraisals.

The youngest method of printing, surface printing, is today the most common among the three printed images. Lithograph prints are generally appraised as a form of contemporary art even though the print may be from the work of an old Master. The work of some of the most revered artists has been printed in lithograph form and has become very popular in the framed art field.