Question 1

What is an after lithograph?

Accepted Answer

A lithograph is a piece of artwork created using oil and water. An after lithograph is a copy of an existing painting done after the original painting’s creation. Pablo Picasso would have after lithographs created of his famous works, usually by another approved artist. On 1stDibs, find a collection of lithographs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 2

What is the difference between a lithograph and a lithograph print?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a lithograph and a lithograph print depends on the context. By the strictest definition, the terms are actually synonyms. A lithograph is the term for a print produced through a specific process. It begins with an artist drawing or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press. You can call a print produced with this printmaking method a lithograph, a lithograph print or a lithographic print. However, some people may use the term lithograph to describe a traditional lithograph and lithograph print to denote an offset lithograph. Offset lithography is a method of mass-producing prints where the image from the stone gets transferred to a rubber blanket, which is then pressed against the paper to produce a final image. Find a wide variety of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is the difference between an offset lithograph and an original lithograph?

Accepted Answer

The difference between an offset lithograph and an original lithograph is that the former is made using the other. To produce an original lithograph, a printmaker begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press. An offset lithograph is a copy of an original lithograph produced with mechanical processes, usually without the artist's involvement. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of lithographs and other art prints.

Question 4

Are Lithographs Valuable?

Accepted Answer

The most valuable lithographs are ones made by the artist, rather than someone mimicking a famous work of art. Original lithographs can be worth tens of thousands of dollars.

Question 5

What is a genuine lithograph?

Accepted Answer

A genuine lithograph is when an artist creates a piece of art on a stone or metal plate that is re-inked every time the image is pressed to paper. To ensure you purchase authentic, high-quality lithographs, look for a reputable seller. Shop a selection of expertly vetted lithograph art on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Why are lithographs so expensive?

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Lithographs are so expensive largely because of their properties. Compared to other types of prints, they tend to be more painterly, meaning they are better at capturing the qualities of color, stroke and texture featured in an original image. Since they bring paintings and other images to life in rich detail, artists and dealers can sell them for higher prices. Lithographs may also be expensive due to their rarity or creation by a famous artist. Shop a large selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 7

Is there a market for lithographs?

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Yes, there is a market for lithographs. However, demand for this type of artwork varies based on the artist, subject, age, condition and other factors. Fine art prints are created in strictly limited editions — of 20 or 30 or maybe 50 — and are always based on an image created specifically to be made into an edition. Because an artist’s editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, new collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point. Experts suggest that as collecting prints online has become more common, the market for lithographs and other kinds of prints is poised to flourish in the years to come. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lithographs and other prints from some of the world’s top galleries.

Question 8

What is a signed lithograph?

Accepted Answer

A signed lithograph is an art print produced with a particular method that bears the artist's real signature, signed in ink. The term lithograph refers to a print made by drawing an image onto a stone, etching the stone with chemicals and then applying ink. The term signed lithograph is different from a plate-signed lithograph, where the artist adds their signature to the stone to transfer it onto finished prints rather than signing their works by hand. Explore a large collection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is a color lithograph?

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A color lithograph is a print produced through the process of chromolithography. Unlike traditional lithography, which uses a single stone and one color of ink, chromolithography involves multiple printing stones, each of which corresponds to a single color. Artists etch the stones with only the elements of the image that will show up in that color, then transfer the image, part by part and color by color, onto paper. Find a range of color lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is a numbered lithograph?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

What is an original lithograph?

Accepted Answer

An original lithograph is a print made by way of a specific printing method (one of the most commonly used methods in the 20th and 21st centuries). With respect to lithography, the process begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche (an oily wash). The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.

Question 12

What is a lithograph poster?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Is a lithograph an original?

Accepted Answer

No, a lithograph is not an original. Lithographs are prints, which are authorized reproductions of works produced by artists. To produce a lithograph, an artist applies an image to a stone. Then, they treat the stone with chemicals to impart the image into it. Finally, they apply ink and transfer the image onto paper or another medium. Shop a large selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Who is a famous lithographer?

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There are many famous lithographers. One was Alois Senefelder. Sometimes called the “Father of Lithography,” he accidentally discovered the printmaking technique in 1796 when trying to find a new way to make copies of his plays. His discovery eventually led to the use of lithography to produce artwork. During the 18th century, artists who experimented with the technique included Honoré Daumier and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.

Lithography became an even more popular art form during the 20th century when it was used by artists like Alphonse Mucha, Marc Chagall, Edvard Munch, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Diego Rivera and Käthe Kollwitz.

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Question 15

What is the difference between a hand-pulled lithograph and an offset lithograph?

Accepted Answer

In a hand-pulled lithograph, the image is painted or drawn by hand on the plate, which is then inked and used to make an impression on the print medium; in an offset lithograph, the inked image is transferred to a rubber blanket or roller, which is then used to mass-produce the prints.

Question 16

How can you tell a lithograph from an etching?

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To tell a lithograph from an etching, look closely along the edges of the print. Etching is a way of incising lines on a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. Lithography uses a stone rather than a plate. As a result, etchings will usually have a faint imprint or indentation called a plate mark, while a lithograph will not. Researching the artist using trusted online resources may also be helpful, as some printmakers worked exclusively with etchings or lithographs. Find a large selection of lithographs and etchings on 1stDibs.

Question 17

Does Banksy make lithographs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Banksy makes lithographs. The anonymous English-based artist primarily works in street art and has reproduced his work through stencil work, silkscreens and lithographs. These reproductions are often imitated. Always purchase Banksy prints from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Banksy prints from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is the difference between a lithograph and an original?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a lithograph and an original is that one is used to produce the other. An original is the term for the stone upon which an artist paints an image using an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, a type of oily wash. The lithograph is the print that an artist makes with an original. To create a lithograph, oil-based ink is applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of lithographs.

Question 19

What is the difference between a print and a lithograph?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a print and a lithograph is that “print” is a general term and “lithograph” is a specific printing method (one of the most commonly used in the 20th and 21st centuries). This means that a lithograph is always a print, but not all prints are lithographs. A print is a work of art made by imprinting a design from a matrix made of one of the following media: stone, wood or metal. The artist creates the design on the matrix which is then inked and transferred onto the support. The support is usually made of paper. With respect to lithography, the process begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche (an oily wash). The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.

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Question 20

How do I tell a lithograph from a print?

Accepted Answer

To tell the difference between a lithograph and a print, touch the surface of the piece. Lithographs will usually have a slightly raised texture, whereas reproductions of lithographs produced with other techniques are more likely to be smooth. Then, examine the surface closely with a magnifying glass.

On a lithograph, you will typically see irregularities in the dot pattern. Printed reproductions normally don't display such irregularities due to the mechanical processes used to produce them. If you're still uncertain, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you determine whether a piece is a lithograph or a reproduction print.

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Lithograph With Frame

Early 20th Century French Prints

Framed Lithograph After Pierre Bonnard

Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Prints

Pair of Antique 19th Century Lithographs with Maple Wood Frames

20th Century American Realist Portrait Prints

Edward HopperEdward Hopper Compartment C Car 193 Lithograph, Numbered, Plate Signed Framed, 1986

Antique 19th Century Decorative Art

19th Century Large Framed Neoclassical Lithograph

Vintage 1960s Prints

Signed Marc Chagall "Chloe s Kiss" Lithograph in Giltwood Frame with COA

Late 20th Century Street Art Figurative Prints

Jean-Michel Basquiat , "With Strings Two" Lithograph numbered, 1983

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Prints

Pablo Picasso Hommage Antonio Machado Framed Lithograph

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Prints

Mid-Century Modern Emil Weddige Framed Signed Lithograph Still Life with Lemons

Late 20th Century Portrait Prints

Holy Family with a Dragonfly-Framed (Reproduction) Print, Unknown

1980s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Andy WarholAndy Warhol Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes Offset Lithograph 1982, 1982

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Prints

Paul Aizpiri Hand-Signed Original Color Lithograph in Orange with Gilt Frame and

Mid-20th Century Drawings

Mid-20th Century Set Three Lithograph / Giltwood Frame

20th Century European Other Decorative Art

Framed lithograph, fresco from Nero s Domus Aurea (Rome)...

Vintage 1970s Prints

Richard Linder Girl with Hoop Signed Modern Cubist Lithograph 32/175 Framed 1971

Vintage 1960s Spanish Modern Prints

Joan Miró Lithograph on Paper, Aluminum Frame, Spain

Late 20th Century Animal Prints

Whimsical "Long Legs" Bird With Orange Feathers Signed Lithograph 20th C, Circa 2000

1950s American Modern Prints and Multiples

Andy WarholBaked Hawaii, Wild Raspberries, USA, 1959, Lithograph with hand-coloring, 1959

1950s Modern Figurative Prints

Pablo PicassoFigure with Female Nude- lithograph by Pablo Picasso from Verve Series, 1954

Mid-20th Century Nude Prints

Mikhail TurovskyMikhail Turovsky (b.1933) - Mid 20th Century Lithograph, Nude with Sun Hat, Unknown

20th Century Abstract Abstract Prints

"Landscape with Sun II" AP/100 Colorful Pink Toned Abstract Landscape Lithograph, 20th Century

1990s Impressionist Figurative Prints

John Asaro Daydream offset lithograph from the oil painting girl with wicker furniture, 1994

Late 20th Century Contemporary Portrait Prints

David Hockney Pool with Two Figures Lithograph, 1972

1960s Abstract Prints and Multiples

Lucio FontanaLucio Fontana - Concetto Spaziale - lithograph with hand-cut by Fontana himself, 1967

1950s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Andy WarholBird on a Fruit Branch, Offset lithograph with hand coloring in watercolor, 1957

1950s Post-Modern Portrait Prints

Jean CocteauSous le manteau du feu - man with coat modern lithograph by Jean Cocteau, 1954

1970s Abstract Figurative Prints

Phyllis Kornfeld Felix Culpa , by Phyllis Kornfeld, Lithograph, 1973

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Tropical Moderne Lithograph

1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

Sam FrancisBlack and white lithograph

Late 20th Century Land Prints and Multiples

ChristoWrapped Reichstag with Quadriga - modern lithograph by Christo building Berlin, 1998

20th Century American Post-Modern Contemporary Art

Isa Van Der Zee Silver columns Original Lithograph large Framed listed Artist

20th Century French Art Deco Prints

A Pair of Art Deco Framed Lithographs Depicting Day Night by Erte Romain

1990s Modern Still-life Prints

Roy LichtensteinModern Framed Litho Still Life with Red Jar By Roy Lichtenstein 1994 28/250, 1994

1960s Still-life Prints

Bernard BuffetStill Life with Bottle, 1968

1970s Modern Figurative Prints

Marc ChagallSun with Red Horse, 1979

1970s Portrait Prints

Marc ChagallKing David With His Lyre, 1979

1960s Surrealist Prints and Multiples

Salvador Dalí­Fruit with Holes, 1969

1960s Modern Prints and Multiples

Marc ChagallLovers with Red Sun, 1960

1990s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Michael EisemannWomen with Fan

1950s Cubist Prints and Multiples

Dwarf With Nude After Picasso

1980s Modern Prints and Multiples

Edward Hopper
Edward Hopper Compartment C Car 193 Lithograph, Numbered, Plate Signed Framed, 1986

Andy Warhol
Andy Warhol Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes Offset Lithograph 1982, 1982

Andy Warhol
Baked Hawaii, Wild Raspberries, USA, 1959, Lithograph with hand-coloring, 1959

Pablo Picasso
Figure with Female Nude- lithograph by Pablo Picasso from Verve Series, 1954

Mikhail Turovsky
Mikhail Turovsky (b.1933) - Mid 20th Century Lithograph, Nude with Sun Hat, Unknown

John Asaro
Daydream offset lithograph from the oil painting girl with wicker furniture, 1994

Lucio Fontana
Lucio Fontana - Concetto Spaziale - lithograph with hand-cut by Fontana himself, 1967

Andy Warhol
Bird on a Fruit Branch, Offset lithograph with hand coloring in watercolor, 1957

Jean Cocteau
Sous le manteau du feu - man with coat modern lithograph by Jean Cocteau, 1954

Phyllis Kornfeld
Felix Culpa , by Phyllis Kornfeld, Lithograph, 1973

Sam Francis
Black and white lithograph

Christo
Wrapped Reichstag with Quadriga - modern lithograph by Christo building Berlin, 1998

Roy Lichtenstein
Modern Framed Litho Still Life with Red Jar By Roy Lichtenstein 1994 28/250, 1994

Bernard Buffet
Still Life with Bottle, 1968

Marc Chagall
Sun with Red Horse, 1979

Marc Chagall
King David With His Lyre, 1979

Salvador Dalí
Fruit with Holes, 1969

Marc Chagall
Lovers with Red Sun, 1960

Michael Eisemann
Women with Fan

Marc Chagall
Nude with a Little Bouquet, 1984

Julian Opie
Hijiri with Veil, from 26 Portraits, 2006

Ed Ruscha
Thanks For Being With Us, 1975

Julian Opie
Bijou with Earrings, from 26 Portraits, 2006

Ellsworth Kelly
Dark Blue with Red (VI.7), 1964

Shirin Neshat
Untitled (Hands) [Collaboration with Izhar Patkin], 2005

Robert Motherwell
Summertime in Italy (with Lines), 1966

Julian Opie
Monique with Evening Dress, from 26 Portraits, 2006

Alexander Calder
Circle with Eyes, from Our Unfinished Revolution, 1975

Marc Chagall
Paysage au coq (Landscape with Rooster), 1958, 1958

(after) Gustav Klimt
Female Nude Lying with Scarf - 1910s, 1919

Marc Chagall
Nu au Visage double (Nude with Double Face), 1983

Cecil Charles Windsor Aldin, R.B.A.
English Victorian 19th Horse Racing scene with Jockeys, 1906

Marc Chagall
Nature morte au bouquet (Still Life with Bouquet), 1960, 1960

John Baldessari
John Baldessari Panel #2 with Parrot, Signed, Limited Edition Print, 1997

Peter Max
SAGE WITH RAINBOW SKY (OVERPAINT), 2014

Peter Max
FLAG WITH HEART ON BLENDS