Albrecht Dürer Engraving Melencolia I 1514 from Japan
Dürer's iconic 1514 copper engraving 'Melencolia I' is an original print from a plate hand-executed by the artist, over 100 years old, fitting HTS 9702.10.00.00. This Renaissance masterpiece symbolizes artistic melancholy with symbolic tools and polyhedron. Its black-and-white impression directly from the plate confirms original status.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide high-resolution images and expert catalog references (e.g
• Bartsch numbering) to verify authenticity and age
• Check for bilateral cultural heritage agreements between origin and import countries to avoid export restrictions
• Declare separately if frame is not 'normal' to the print; custom frames may classify under Chapter 44 (wood) or 73 (metal)