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

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 1

What is an after lithograph?

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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?

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The difference between a lithograph and an etching is that while both are types of prints, they are made using different techniques. With respect to lithography, the image to be printed is drawn or painted on a stone or metal plate 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. Afterward, the stone is covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.

Etching is a way of incising lines in a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. The plate is then submerged in acid, which “bites” the lines into the metal plate. The ground is then removed and the plate is inked for pressing.

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Question 3

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

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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

What is a signed lithograph?

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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 5

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 6

What is a numbered lithograph?

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Question 7

What is an original lithograph?

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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 8

What is a lithograph poster?

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Question 9

Is a lithograph an original?

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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 10

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 11

Are Lithographs Valuable?

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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 12

What is a genuine lithograph?

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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 13

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 14

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 15

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

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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

What is the difference between a canvas and a lithograph?

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The difference between a canvas and a lithograph is format. A canvas is a piece of art that displays a painting or a print. It can be outfitted with hardware and hung directly on a wall. A lithograph is a type of print produced by applying ink to a stone and then transferring an image onto paper. Usually, you need to frame a lithograph prior to mounting it on a wall. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of wall art.

Question 17

What is the difference between a lithograph and a serigraph?

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Like a lithograph, a serigraph (or screen print) is a print, but in this case, the image to be printed is stenciled onto fabric, instead of being painted onto a stone or metal plate, as in a lithograph.

Question 18

What is the difference between a lithograph and a Seriolithograph?

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The difference between a lithograph and a serigraph is the materials used to make the print. To make a lithograph, a printmaker uses ink, stone or metal plates and paper. Serigraph prints require a stencil, ink and fabric. Shop a variety of art prints on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is the difference between a lithograph and an etching?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a lithograph and an etching is that while both are types of prints, they are made using different techniques. With respect to lithography, the image to be printed is drawn or painted on a stone or metal plate 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. Afterward, the stone is covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.

Etching is a way of incising lines in a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. The plate is then submerged in acid, which “bites” the lines into the metal plate. The ground is then removed and the plate is inked for pressing.

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Question 20

What does EA mean on a lithograph?

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On a lithograph, "EA" means épreuve d'artiste. It indicates that the lithograph was an artist's proof. The printmaker likely produced it for their own collection or to test the printing process. "EA" prints were not meant to be sold or distributed to the public. You'll find a wide selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Set Of Lithographs

1980s Prints and Multiples

Francis BaconTriptych August 1972 - Irish Triptych, 1989

1850s Victorian Animal Prints

John James AudubonSay s Marmot Squirrel /// John James Audubon Quadruped Natural History Animal, 1849-1870

1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Vicenç CaraltóMelancholic Muses VI, circa 1960s

1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Vicenç CaraltóMelancholic Muses V, circa 1960s

1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Vicenç CaraltóMelancholic Muses III, circa 1960s

1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Vicenç CaraltóMelancholic Muses I, circa 1960s

1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Vicenç CaraltóMelancholic Muses II, circa 1960s

20th Century Abstract Prints

Agnes MartinPaintings and Drawings, by Agnes Martin 1974-1990 (Stedelijk), 1991, 1991

1920s American Impressionist Nude Prints

Arthur B. DaviesAfternoon, 1920

1950s Abstract Abstract Prints

Jean DubuffetLe vent et l eau, 1959

1920s Orphist Landscape Prints

Robert DelaunayLa Place de la Concorde, 1926

1920s Modern Landscape Prints

Robert DelaunayUntitled (Moulin Rouge and other Paris landmarks), 1926

1970s Abstract More Prints

Cy TwomblyFive Greek Poets and a Philosopher, 1978

Early 2000s Pop Art Nude Prints

Mel RamosPEEK A BOO MARILYN TRIPTYCH, 2002

1920s Modern Landscape Prints

Robert DelaunayLa butte de Montmartre et le Sacre-Couer (Sacre Coeur from a Distance), 1926

1960s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Jose Gamarra1967 Vessel , 1967

1920s Modern Landscape Prints

Robert DelaunayLa butte de Montmartre et le Sacre-Couer (Sacre Coeur from a Distance), 1926

1960s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

1967 Ole , 1967

1970s Prints and Multiples

Dieter RothContainers portfolio by Dieter Roth, 1972

1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints

(after) Roy LichtensteinAs I Opened Fire Poster, Triptych, 1966

1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Keith HaringFree South Africa, 1985

Antique Early 1900s German Prints

Ancient Western Asia and Persia Costume Plates by Max Tilke, c.1900

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Prints

German Austro-Hungarian Military Uniforms – Cavalry, Infantry, Artillery, 1890

Antique Mid-19th Century German Prints

Antique Marine Prints – Lobster, Crabs, Shells, and Mollusks, circa 1850

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Prints

Antique Javanese Prints – Houses, Farming Tools Household Utensils – c.1860

Antique Mid-19th Century German Prints

Antique Fruit Prints – Pears, Strawberry, Apple with Insects, circa 1850

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Prints

Austro-Hungarian Army Uniforms – Cavalry, Infantry, Artillery Parade, 1890

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Prints

German Austro-Hungarian Army Uniforms – Cavalry, Infantry Officers, c.1890

1980s Pop Art More Art

Andy Warhol Designed Record Covers (Warhol record art), 1977-1986

Antique 1850s Prints

Napoleonic Guard Soldiers – Grenadier, Marine, and Standard Bearer, 1859

Antique 1850s Prints

Napoleonic Infantry Soldiers – Sapper, Cannoneer, Voltigeur, Fusilier, 1859

Early 1900s Post-Impressionist Figurative Prints

Louis LegrandLa Loge (The Lodge) /// Post-Impressionist Figurative French Paris People Art, 1911

Antique 1850s Prints

Napoleonic Battle Cavalry – Mameluke, Chasseur, and Empress Dragoon, 1859

Antique 1850s Prints

Napoleonic Cavalry Uniforms – Honor Guard, Dutch and Polish Lancers, 1859

Antique 1850s Prints

Napoleonic Military Uniforms – French Cavalry, Artillery, and Veteran, 1859

Antique 1850s Prints

Napoleonic Military Musicians – Sapper, Horn Player, and Drum Major, 1859

Antique Early 1900s Prints

Fencing Masters and Students by Mich, Paris 1907 – Belle Époque Caricatures

Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Royal and Noble Costume Prints: d Anjou, Military Attire, Young Squire, 1845

Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Renaissance Italian Costumes: Soldier, Young Italia Lady, Florentine Noble, 1845

Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Francis Bacon
Triptych August 1972 - Irish Triptych, 1989

John James Audubon
Say s Marmot Squirrel /// John James Audubon Quadruped Natural History Animal, 1849-1870

Vicenç Caraltó
Melancholic Muses VI, circa 1960s

Vicenç Caraltó
Melancholic Muses V, circa 1960s

Vicenç Caraltó
Melancholic Muses III, circa 1960s

Vicenç Caraltó
Melancholic Muses I, circa 1960s

Vicenç Caraltó
Melancholic Muses II, circa 1960s

Agnes Martin
Paintings and Drawings, by Agnes Martin 1974-1990 (Stedelijk), 1991, 1991

Arthur B. Davies
Afternoon, 1920

Jean Dubuffet
Le vent et l eau, 1959

Robert Delaunay
La Place de la Concorde, 1926

Robert Delaunay
Untitled (Moulin Rouge and other Paris landmarks), 1926

Cy Twombly
Five Greek Poets and a Philosopher, 1978

Mel Ramos
PEEK A BOO MARILYN TRIPTYCH, 2002

Robert Delaunay
La butte de Montmartre et le Sacre-Couer (Sacre Coeur from a Distance), 1926

Jose Gamarra
1967 Vessel , 1967

Robert Delaunay
La butte de Montmartre et le Sacre-Couer (Sacre Coeur from a Distance), 1926

Dieter Roth
Containers portfolio by Dieter Roth, 1972

(after) Roy Lichtenstein
As I Opened Fire Poster, Triptych, 1966

Keith Haring
Free South Africa, 1985

Louis Legrand
La Loge (The Lodge) /// Post-Impressionist Figurative French Paris People Art, 1911

Eugène Ciceri
Eugène Cicéri (1813-1890) The Mill, original signed drawing, circa 1860

John James Audubon
"Esquimaux Curlew": A Framed Original Audubon Hand-colored Folio Engraving, 1834

John James Audubon
Swainson s Warbler: A Framed Original Hand-colored Audubon Folio Bird Engraving, 1828

Louis Legrand
A L Ombre (In Shadow), 1905

Louis Legrand
L Aieule (The Grandmother), 1904

Louis Legrand
La Negresse (The Negress), 1909

Louis Legrand
En passant (Passing by), 1909

Louis Legrand
La Toilette, 1908