Thanks for your comment and question.
I would suggest that you purchase items from reputable dealers to ensure that you are getting an original and not a reproduction. Learning about antique paper, printing and art techniques will also help you to differentiate between originals and fakes. Lastly looking at many different antique maps and artwork on paper will give you a “feel” for the age of the piece. If you are not comfortable with the purchase, then take some time to do more research or ask a friend for help.
When you purchase from MAPSandART you are getting the real thing, whether it is an antique print, map or original one of a kind piece of art. We guarantee all our pieces and provide a certificate of authenticity with each piece.