Engravings and Their Value: A Guide for the Print Collector (1891)

Engravings And Their Value: A Guide For The Print Collector is a comprehensive guidebook written by John Herbert Slater in 1891. The book is aimed at print collectors and enthusiasts who are interested in learning about the history, production, and value of engravings.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of engravings, the techniques used to produce them, and the various factors that can affect their value. Slater also provides detailed information on the most important engravers throughout history, including their styles and the subjects they depicted.In addition to its historical and technical information, Engravings And Their Value also includes practical advice for collectors, such as how to properly care for and display their prints. The book also features a comprehensive glossary of terms related to engraving, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in this fascinating art form.Overall, Engravings And Their Value is a must-read for anyone interested in collecting or studying engravings. Its thorough coverage of the subject, combined with its practical advice and comprehensive glossary, make it an essential resource for print collectors and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.