Paintings, drawings and pastels; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years

HS v2022 Code: 970121

About paintings, drawings and pastels; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years

HS code 970121 covers the import and export of antique paintings, drawings, and pastels that have been executed entirely by hand, excluding drawings of heading no. 4906, and are over 100 years old. This industry is of significant cultural and historical importance, as it preserves and facilitates the trade of valuable artistic works from the past. These items are highly sought after by collectors, museums, and art enthusiasts, making this a crucial segment of the broader art and antiques market.

Production process

The production techniques for items under HS code 970121 involve the manual creation of paintings, drawings, and pastels using traditional methods and materials. This may include the use of various paints, charcoal, pencils, or other media applied to a suitable surface such as canvas, paper, or board. The works are created entirely by hand, without the use of any mechanical or photographic reproduction processes.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of items under HS code 970121 include high-quality art supplies such as paints, brushes, pencils, and paper or canvas. Additionally, the artists may require specialized tools and equipment for framing, preserving, and transporting the finished works. Access to historical references and artistic inspiration is also a crucial input for the creation of these antique-style pieces.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 970121 are antique paintings, drawings, and pastels that are over 100 years old. These works may be consumed by 970110 Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand, 970190 Other paintings, drawings and pastels, and 970200 Original engravings, prints and lithographs industries, as well as by private collectors, museums, and other cultural institutions.

Revisions to 970121

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 970121. The most recent 1 version of this code (970121) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 970121.

Family tree for paintings, drawings and pastels; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/97'>97: Works of art; collectors' pieces and antiques</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9701'>9701: Paintings, drawings and pastels, executed entirely by hand; not drawings of heading no. 4906 and not hand-painted, hand-decorated manufactured articles; collages, mosaics and similar decorative plaques</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970121'>970121: Paintings, drawings and pastels; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970122'>970122: Mosaics; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970129'>970129: Artwork; other than paintings, drawings, pastels mosaics, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age exceeding 100 years</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970191'>970191: Paintings, drawings and pastels; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age not exceeding 100 years</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970192'>970192: Mosaics; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age not exceeding 100 years</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/970199'>970199: Artwork; other than paintings, drawings, pastels mosaics, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age not exceeding 100 years</a>"]

    

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