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

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 6

Why are lithographs so expensive?

Accepted Answer

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

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 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 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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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 can you tell a lithograph from an etching?

Accepted Answer

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.

Set Of Lithographs

Antique 1870s English Other Prints

Set of 5 Antique Botanical Lithographs of Lilies, Elwes Fitch, 1877 - 1880

Antique Late 19th Century English Prints

Set of 3 antique orchid lithographs – Dendrobium Cattleya species, 1897

Antique Late 19th Century English Prints

Set of 3 antique orchid lithographs – Lycaste, Odontoglossum Oncidium, 1897

Vintage 1960s French Decorative Art

Marcel Jean, Surrealist Compositions, Lithographs, 1960, Set of 15

Late 20th Century European Modern Prints

Jo Niemeyer Abstract Lithographs, Signed and Numbered, Set of 3

Antique Late 19th Century New Zealand Prints

New Zealand Botanical Fruit Studies – Set of Three Lithographs, 1890

Late 20th Century Prints

Set of Eight Anatomical Lithographs after Albrecht Von Haller

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Prints

Set of 3 Framed Apple Study Lithographs, early 20th Century

Vintage 1930s French Prints

Gaston Hoffmann Set of 3 Satirical French Dental Illustration Lithographs

Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Prints

Christopher Wool Sebastien Girard Set of 16 Black Book Twice Lithographs

20th Century Art Deco Figurative Prints

ErtéThe Vamps by Erté set of four framed lithographs and original folder with tassel, Unknown

Vintage 1960s Italian Porcelain

Set of three “Panoplie” series plates in porcelain with lithographed decoration

20th Century American Contemporary Art

Set of Four Limited Edition Lithographs by Mark Van Epps

Antique Late 19th Century German Prints

European Bird Eggs Lithographs, Set of Two – Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 1890s

Antique Late 19th Century New Zealand Prints

New Zealand Native Plants Fruits – Set of Three Botanical Lithographs, 1890

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Prints

Puck Magazine Political Illustration Cartoon Lithograph Framed Art - Set of 7

1980s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Patricia A. PearceWindows - A Suite of Prints by Patricia Pearce, et al, 1989

1960s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Arbit BlatasLithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Fernand Leger School of Paris, 1962

1960s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Arbit BlatasLithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Raoul Dufy School of Paris, 1962

1960s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Arbit BlatasLithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Marc Chagall School of Paris, 1962

1960s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Arbit BlatasLithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Georges Braque School of Paris, 1962

1960s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Arbit BlatasLithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Pierre Bonnard School of Paris, 1962

Vintage 1970s American Prints

Vintage Set of 3 Lithograph on Magnani Paper "Tree of Life" by Jacques Lipchitz

Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Prints

Vintage Framed Roy Lichtenstein Lithograph Prints Stedelijk Museum - Set of 3

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Set of Three Vintage Limited Edition "Circus" Lithographs by Judith Bledsoe

Antique 1850s American Victorian Prints

N. Currier Lithograph" Pleasures of Winter" American Country Life Series C.1855

Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Game Boards

Set of Five Children s Lithographed Alphabet Nesting Blocks, American Circa 1915

Antique Late 19th Century New Zealand Prints

New Zealand Native Berry Plants – Set of Three Hand-Colored Lithographs, 1890

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Prints

Set of 6 Antique 1887 Sumatra Dragonfly and Insect Lithographs – Fauna Studies

Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Title: Antique Javanese Costume Lithographs – Set of Five by F. Hardouin, c.1840

2010s North American Modern Prints

Set of 4 Beatle Portraits Lithographs by David Adickes 2017 3/20

20th Century English Prints

Set of Four Vintage Italian Italy Cars Framed Color Lithographs Pictures, 1964

Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints

John James AudubonOriginal Audubon Hand Colored Lithograph of "The Sewellel", 1849-1854

1980s Art Deco Portrait Prints

Robin MorrisRED HOT, COOL BLUE Set 2 Signed Lithographs, Jazz Portraits, Saxophone, Drums, 1989

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Yue MinjunSnatched Ecstasy (Portfolio of 20), Lithograph, Limited Edition, Chinese, 2009

1890s Art Nouveau Portrait Paintings

Alphonse MuchaFour Alphonse Mucha Lithographs The Times Of The Day, 1899

20th Century Prints and Multiples

Thomas McKnight“Venice suite set of four”

20th Century Prints

Set of Three Vintage Pin-Up Model Lithographs by Lopez Alonso circa 1950

20th Century Surrealist Abstract Prints

Jean ArpJean Arp, Sieben Arpaden - Portfolio of 7 Lithographs, Original Prints, 1923/1958

1960s Modern Figurative Prints

Erté
The Vamps by Erté set of four framed lithographs and original folder with tassel, Unknown

Patricia A. Pearce
Windows - A Suite of Prints by Patricia Pearce, et al, 1989

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Fernand Leger School of Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Raoul Dufy School of Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Marc Chagall School of Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Georges Braque School of Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Pierre Bonnard School of Paris, 1962

John James Audubon
Original Audubon Hand Colored Lithograph of "The Sewellel", 1849-1854

Robin Morris
RED HOT, COOL BLUE Set 2 Signed Lithographs, Jazz Portraits, Saxophone, Drums, 1989

Yue Minjun
Snatched Ecstasy (Portfolio of 20), Lithograph, Limited Edition, Chinese, 2009

Alphonse Mucha
Four Alphonse Mucha Lithographs The Times Of The Day, 1899

Thomas McKnight
“Venice suite set of four”

Jean Arp
Jean Arp, Sieben Arpaden - Portfolio of 7 Lithographs, Original Prints, 1923/1958

Théo Tobiasse
Théo Tobiasse Set of 18 Lithographs Hand-Signed Diaspora Framed and Behind Glass, 1968

Winthrop Neilson
The Waters Series, Modern Suite of 6 Lithographs by Winthrop Neilson, 1970-1979

Marc Chagall
The Circus : The Dream of the Bride - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #507), 1967

Shlomo Katz
Haggadah of Passover, Suite of Folk Art 13 Lithographs by Shlomo Katz 1978, 1978

Marc Chagall
The Circus : The Spirit of the Circus - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #509), 1967

Emilio Pucci
Mystery of Womanhood 1947 original signed Emilio Pucci Kaleidoscopic lithograph, 1947

R.C. Gorman
The Turquoise Suite complete portfolio of lithographs by Rudolph Carl Gorman, 1999

Allen Jones
Untitled (Set of 2 from a Fleet of Buses), 1966

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Maurice Utrillo Ecole D Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Chaim Soutine Ecole D Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Pablo Picasso Ecole D Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Edouard Vuillard Ecole D Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Henri Matisse Ecole D Paris, 1962

Arbit Blatas
Lithuanian French Artist Arbit Blatas Lithograph Maurice de Vlaminck Ecole Paris, 1962