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How can you tell if a print is an original?
To tell if a print is an original, examine the details closely. Typically, original prints feature high-quality textured paper rather than smooth poster-type paper. In addition, original prints will usually feature the artist's signature and a number in pencil or pen. If the signature is printed on it, the print is less likely to be original. When in doubt, a knowledgeable art dealer or experienced appraiser can assist you with identifying original prints. Shop a large collection of prints on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
Shop for Boris O'Klein Art on 1stDibs
Esperan que l'amour ne tue pas! and L'ALCOOL TUE LENTEMENT prints
By Boris O'Klein
Located in Spokane, WA
This is for the set of both (2) original Boris O'Klein prints, part of his series of the 'dirty dogs of Paris." Both are in very good condition,...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Animal Prints

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Lithograph

A La Queue (Join the Queue) Naughty Dogs of Paris by O'Klein
By Boris O'Klein
Located in Paonia, CO
A La Queue (Join the Queue) original etching from the series Naughty Dogs of Paris showing a line of five dogs of various breeds trailing a small Chihuahua on a leash who is t...
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1930s Other Art Style Animal Prints

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Etching

A La Queue (Join the Queue) Naughty Dogs of Paris by O'Klein
By Boris O'Klein
Located in Paonia, CO
A La Queue (Join the Queue) original etching from the series Naughty Dogs of Paris showing a line of five dogs of various breeds trailing a small Chihuahua on a leash who is turning her head towards the queue. This original etching is in excellent condition, hand signed by the artist and published by Sidney Lucas. paper size 13.75 x 29.25 image size 8.50 x 24 Boris O'Klein ( 1893-1985 ) immigrated to France from Russia with his family when he was a young boy. He settled in Paris after World War I and became a prolific artist well known for his watercolors and etchings of dogs getting into mischief. His images are often risque and are considered very humorous. They have been referred to as the Naughty or Dirty Dogs of Paris.
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1930s Other Art Style Animal Prints

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Etching

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