What is the best medium and method for tinting antique maps?

Question

These maps are from 1600 onwards,mainly copper engraved.

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Answer 1

Do NOT mess with the natural patina on antiques!!! Why on earth would you want to tint an antique map?? if it is a copy of the map and you want to make it look like the original, sponge tea or coffee gently on the paper. Don't get it too wet, tho.

Answer 2

If you are talking about making a map look antique then tear the edges and wipe a cloth over them which has some black tea on it. Then when it is dry roll it up and put a ribbon round it.

Answer 3

Antique maps acquire their tint naturally, over a period of centuries. Nature takes care of it.

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