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Is an artist's proof worth more?
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Yes, an artist's proof may be worth more than a regular edition print. The reason for this is that there is a smaller number of artist's proofs since these prints are ones that the artist produces and then holds back rather than offering for sale. Depending on the image quality and overall condition, an artist's proof is usually worth 20% to 50% more than an edition print. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can provide a more specific valuation for your print. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of art prints from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
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"Apparition at the Border of Language"
Located in Lyons, CO
This print presents a fictitious encounter between contemporary colonial forces and Native Americans who are defenders of immigrant refugees and displaced populations.
The artist de...
Category
2010s Contemporary More Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Southwest View of Sherborne Abbey Church /// History of Dorset English Engraving
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: John Hutchins (English, 1698-1773)
Title: "Southwest View of Sherborne Abbey Church" (Plate 15)
Portfolio: The History and Antiquities of the County of Dorset
Year: 1861-1870...
Category
1860s Victorian Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
original lithograph
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph is from the rare 1953 "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 1953 Spr...
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Donald Judd Last Editions at Brooke Alexander, 1993-94, Vintage
By Donald Judd
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is the original opening invitation card for Donald Judd: The Last Editions at Brooke Alexander Editions in 1994. The invitation takes the form of a postcard that opens up to rev...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Abstract Prints
Materials
Offset
Concrete Geometric Abstract Composition with Blue (~44% OFF LIST PRICE)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Gottfried Honegger
Concrete Geometric Abstract Composition with Blue
3D-construction, Screenprint on Hahnemuhle Velvet
2015
Size: 20.9 × 21.1 on 24.2 × 23.8 inches
Edition: E.A. of 5...
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints
Materials
Archival Paper, Screen
Tintin Reading Poster, Pop Art Offset Print, 20th Century, Unframed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is an authentic and official poster, not a third-party unauthorized version. Designed for a Roy Lichtenstein retrospective in Brussels, Belgium, in 1994-1995, it includes art re...
Category
20th Century Pop Art Prints and Multiples
Materials
Offset


