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Shakespeare
s Room -- Triptych, Lithograph, Contemporary by Paula Rego
By Paula Rego
Located in London, GB
Shakespeare's Room, 2006
Paula Rego
The set of three lithographs in colours, on three sheets of
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary More Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Kusama Skateboard decks set of 2 (Yayoi Kusama MoMa)
By Yayoi Kusama
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Yayoi Kusama MoMa Skateboard Decks (set of 2 works):
These highly decorative Yayoi Kusama
Category
1960s Pop Art Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Lithograph, Offset
The Circus : Maternity and Violin Player - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #513)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Paris, IDF
to 250 copies. It's one of the most look for set of original lithographs by Chagall.
Excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Crimean War Lithograph Collection: Eight Views of Sevastopol Surroundings, 1855
Located in Langweer, NL
This set of eight lithographs is part of 'The Seat of War in the East', an iconic mid-19th-century
Category
Antique 1850s Prints
Materials
Paper
$1,772 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Basquiat Keith Haring skateboard decks (set of 2 works)
By Jean-Michel Basquiat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Jean-Michel Basquiat & Keith Haring Skateboard Decks (set of 2 individual works):
A standout
Category
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Lithograph
Price Upon Request
The Circus : Clowns and Acrobats - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #503)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Paris, IDF
copies. It's one of the most look for set of original lithographs by Chagall.
Excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Rare 1980s Keith Haring Record Art (Set of 4 works)
By Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Vintage Keith Haring Record Cover Art, 1982-1987. Set of 4 individual pieces including their
Category
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Human Behaviour and Animals and Existentialism full set of 8 prints
By David Shrigley
Located in London, GB
David Shrigley
Human Behaviour and Animals and Existentialism, 2022
The complete suite of 8 digital posters on 200gsm Munken Lynx wove paper
27 3/5 × 19 7/10 in / 70 × 50 cm
Limit...
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
The Circus : a Breathtaking Spectacle - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #514)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Paris, IDF
copies. It's one of the most look for set of original lithographs by Chagall.
Excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Keith Haring Tony Shafrazi gallery 1982 (set of 4 printed works)
By Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Keith Haring Tony Shafrazi 1982: set of 6 printed works:
A set of six, individual, double-sided
Category
1980s Pop Art Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Aegle - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Hera - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Phaeton - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Boréade - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Memnon - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Séléné - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Acheloos - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Hébé - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Phoenix - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Hecate - after Georges Braque - Lithograph - 1988 - Figurative Print
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Sint-Truiden, BE
Color lithograph after a gouache by Georges Braque from the edition of 398 published by Armand
Category
1980s Cubist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Takashi Murakami Skateboard Decks set of 2 (Murakami Flowers)
By Takashi Murakami
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Takashi Murakami Flowers Skateboard Decks (set of 2 works):
The black & white deck marks a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Lithograph, Screen
Flying Squirrels: An Original Audubon Hand-colored Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original John James Audubon hand colored lithograph entitled "Severn River Flying
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Floating Clouds - Contemporary, 21st Century, Lithograph, Limited Edition
By Yue Minjun
Located in Zug, CH
Clouds" belongs to the "Snatched Ecstasy" collection, a set of 20 lithographs in a brushed aluminum case
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
$6,899 Sale Price
49% Off
Original Vintage New York 1939 World
s Fair Set of 3 Posters by Staehle/Atherton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This striking and rare set of three original posters was created for the 1939 New York World's Fair
Category
1930s Nude Prints
Materials
Lithograph
1980
s Basquiat Keith Haring announcements (set of 2)
By Jean-Michel Basquiat
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring at Tony Shafrazi Gallery 1987:
Set of two individual 1980’s
Category
1980s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Offset, Paper, Lithograph
Keith Haring Tony Shafrazi 1982 (set of 4 printed works)
By (after) Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Keith Haring Tony Shafrazi 1982: set of 4 printed works:
A set of four double-sided lithographic
Category
1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
The Circus : Acrobats in Love - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #496)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Paris, IDF
copies. It's one of the most look for set of original lithographs by Chagall.
Excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
The Circus : the Bride
s Veil - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #520)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Paris, IDF
to 250 copies. It's one of the most look for set of original lithographs by Chagall.
Excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Keith Haring Tony Shafrazi gallery 1982 (set of 6 printed works)
By Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Keith Haring Tony Shafrazi 1982: set of 6 printed works:
A set of six, individual, double-sided
Category
1980s Pop Art Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Set Of Four Antique Billiard Prints
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Lance Thackeray Chromolithographs, A Billiard Match.
A good set of four original humorous billiard
Category
Early 20th Century British Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Limited edition Keith Haring spray paint can (set of 2)
By (after) Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
.
Medium: Off-set lithograph on 2 individual metal spray paint cans.
Approximately 8 x 2.5 inches each
Category
1980s Pop Art Mixed Media
Materials
Metal
Rare Set of Four Framed Wood Cut Prints After André Derain
By André Derain
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rare Set of Four Original Color WDCT Skira 1943 after RABELAIS (François).
The Horrible and
Category
1940s Fauvist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Woodcut
“Absolut Statehood” a Folio of 51 Lithographs Representating Each State, plus DC
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We were extremely fortunate to come across a magnificent set of 51 lithographs from a series that
Category
1990s American Contemporary Art
Materials
Paper
Night Walk Set of 3 (Natural Structures, Floral, Botanical, ~37% OFF LIST PRICE)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Susan Davidoff
Night Walk Set of 3 (Natural Structures, Shifting Daylight)
Year: 2013
Medium
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Miró Lithographe II - Plate X - Lithograph by J. Mirò - 1975
By Joan Miró
Located in Roma, IT
.
It comes from the set of 11 lithographs realized for the catalogue "Miró Lithographe II" edited by
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
$287 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Four Framed Wood Cut Prints After André Derain
By André Derain
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rare Set of Four Original Color WDCT Skira 1943 after RABELAIS (François).
The Horrible and
Category
1940s Fauvist Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Woodcut
$2,925 Sale Price
25% Off
"American Swan", Audubon Hand-colored First Octavo Edition Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
Woodhouse Audubon and Victor Gifford Audubon produced a set of elephant folio sized lithographs that were
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Raccoon: An Original 19th Century Audubon Hand-colored Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
set of elephant folio sized lithographs that were primarily engraved and hand colored by J. T. Bowen
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Set of 6 Razzia Limited Edition Prints- Hand Signed and Numbered 2007
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a set of 6 signed and numbered prints created by the great French poster artist, Gerard
Category
Early 2000s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Starry Night - Contemporary, 21st Century, Lithograph, Limited Edition, Chinese
By Yue Minjun
Located in Zug, CH
accompanied by a set of poems by the renowned Poet Fernando Arrabal. In this lithograph, the laughing figures
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
$4,982 Sale Price
20% Off
Keith Haring Into 84 (set of 2 Haring Shafrazi announcements)
By Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
'Keith Haring Painted Man'/Keith Haring Into 84:
A set of 2 announcement cards for Keith Haring’s
Category
1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Materials
Offset, Lithograph
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Townsend
s Arvicola: Original 19th Cent. Hand-colored Lithograph by Audubon
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
set of elephant folio sized lithographs that were primarily engraved and hand colored by J. T. Bowen
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Trumpeter Swan: An Original 1st Edition Hand Colored Audubon Bird Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
royal octavo lithograph entitled "Trumpeter Swan, Young", No. 77, Plate 383, from Audubon's "Birds of
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Black-throated Diver: Original 1st Edition Hand-colored Audubon Bird Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
lithograph entitled "Black-throated Diver", No. 96, Plate 477, from Audubon's "Birds of America". It was
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Josef Albers record art set of 2 works (Albers album art)
By Josef Albers
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Josef Albers Album Art circa late 1950s:
A set of 2 vinyl record covers (containing their records
Category
Mid-20th Century Pop Art More Art
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Miró Lithographe II - Plate I - Lithograph by J. Mirò - 1975
By Joan Miró
Located in Roma, IT
.
It comes from the set of 11 lithographs realized for the catalog "Miró Lithograph II" edited by
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Miró Lithographe I - Plate VIII - Lithograph by J. Mirò - 1972
By Joan Miró
Located in Roma, IT
.
It comes from the set of 11 lithographs realized for the catalogue "Miró Lithographe I" edited by
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Miró Lithographe I - Plate VIII - Lithograph by J. Mirò - 1972
By Joan Miró
Located in Roma, IT
conditions.
It comes from the set of 11 lithographs realized for the catalogue "Miró Lithographe I" edited
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Set of Three 1980 Lake Placid Original Vintage Olympics Posters by John Gallucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a set of three posters by John Gallucci, who is also known for his watercolors. The Winter
Category
1970s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
The Circus : Acrobats, Rooster and Horses - Original Lithograph (Mourlot #508)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Paris, IDF
to 250 copies. It's one of the most look for set of original lithographs by Chagall.
Excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Roy Lichtenstein As I Opened Fire (set of 3 lithographic posters)
By (after) Roy Lichtenstein
Located in NEW YORK, NY
the late 1990's/early 2000's.
Offset lithographs on wove paper. Set of 3 individual pieces.
Minor
Category
1960s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Ring-Tailed Bassaris: An Original Audubon Hand-colored Lithograph
By John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original John James Audubon hand colored lithograph entitled "Ring-Tailed Bassaris", No
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
"Washington Sea Eagle": An Original Audubon Hand-colored Lithograph
By After John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
set of elephant folio sized lithographs that were primarily engraved and hand colored by J. T. Bowen
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
"Bald Eagle", an Original Audubon Hand-colored First Edition Lithograph
By After John James Audubon
Located in Alamo, CA
set of elephant folio sized lithographs that were primarily engraved and hand colored by J. T. Bowen
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
1980s Keith Haring Record Art: set of works (Keith Haring album art)
By Keith Haring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
1980s Keith Haring Record Art (set of 4 works):
Four individual 12 inch albums - all illustrated
Category
1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Sheep Herd - Contemporary, 21st Century, Lithograph, Limited Edition, Chinese
By Yue Minjun
Located in Zug, CH
Yue Minjun, Sheep Herd
Lithograph
Edition of 130
120 x 80 cm (47.2 x 31.5 in)
Stamped Signature
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Lotus Pool - Contemporary, 21st Century, Lithograph, Limited Edition, Chinese
By Yue Minjun
Located in Zug, CH
Yue Minjun, Lotus Pool
Lithograph in color on wove paper “BFK Rives”
Edition of 130
120 x 80 cm
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
$7,474 Sale Price
34% Off
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An assortment of set of lithographs is available on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Surrealist editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Pop Art. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the set of lithographs that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, beige, brown and white. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by John James Audubon, Joan Miró, Marc Chagall, Robert Richter and Jean Cocteau are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph, offset print and paint.
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Prices for pieces in our collection of set of lithographs start at $20 and top out at $975,000 with the average selling for $979.
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- What is an after lithograph?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An “after” lithograph, or after print, refers to a print that is made by an artist based on an original painting or a work by a different artist. For example, a lithographer could make an engraving based on a painting by Picasso, and the resulting print would be “after” Picasso. Shop a collection of after lithography from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- Are Lithographs Valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Lithographs 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.
- What is a genuine lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- Who is a famous lithographer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025There 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.
Find a wide range of lithographs on 1stDibs. - What is a signed lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A 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.
- What is a color lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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.
- Is a lithograph an original?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No, 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.
- What is a lithograph poster?1 Answer
International Fine Arts Consortium - IFAC ArtsMarch 22, 2021It's a print using an offset lithograph press. Although still used today it has been primarily replaced with digital printing. - What is a numbered lithograph?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021When a lithograph is numbered by the artist, it means that this particular artwork is from a 'limited edition' series. As when the lithographs are not numbered, they would be from an open edition and the total number similar of artworks is unknown. When a lithograph is numbered it usually also comes hand-signed by the artist.
- What is an original lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021An 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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.
On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of lithographs and prints. - Does Banksy make lithographs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 13, 2024The 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.
Find lithographs and other types of art prints for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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.
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