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How can you tell if a watercolor is an original or a print?
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To tell if a watercolor is an original or a print, look at it from the side. On an original piece, you'll notice an uneven surface due to the brushstrokes that form the watercolor. Prints will typically have smooth surfaces. You can also examine the artist's signature. If it appears to be printed on rather than hand-signed, your watercolor is likely not an original. For further assistance, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of watercolor paintings.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
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Shop for Watercolor Paintings on 1stDibs
Flowers In Brown Striped Vase - Abstract Botanical Mixed Media Painting on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Krisanne Souter weaves together elements of nature and ancient feminine archetypes, such as the Mother and the Mystic. Botanical themes, playful elements, and unexpected surprises ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Acrylic, Watercolor, Color Pencil
Flower in Bowl - Abstract Cool Tone Botanical Mixed Media Painting on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Krisanne Souter weaves together elements of nature and ancient feminine archetypes, such as the Mother and the Mystic. Botanical themes, playful elements, and unexpected surprises ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Ink, Acrylic, Watercolor, Color Pencil
1981 Watercolour of Axmouth East Devon with Boats, Red Roofs and Estuary View
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: 1982 Watercolour of Newton Ferrers Devon with Boats, Hills and Coastal Cottages
By Tony Herbert (1927-2024)
Medium: Watercolor on artists paper
Size: 11 x 12.75 inches
Annotat...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
British Estuary Ferry Shed and Distant Harbour with Figures Watercolour Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: British Estuary Ferry Shed and Distant Harbour with Figures Watercolour Painting
By Tony Herbert (1927-2024)
Medium: Watercolor on artists paper
Size: 11 x 15 inches
Condition...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
"Pigeons" Group of Birds in Layered Hand Cut Paper and Watercolor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Pigeons" is an original piece by Nayan and Vaishali made from watercolor on layered hand-cut paper. This piece measuures 11.75”h x 9.5”w x 1"d framed, and is shipped in the featured...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Paper
Sister Bloom - Abstract Contemporary Folk Art Inspired Painting on Raw Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meredith Walker’s "Sister Bloom" is an enchanting example of contemporary botanical art that marries organic abstraction with symbolic folk influences. This unique painting was creat...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Gouache
