Are artist’s proofs more valuable?

Whether artist’s proofs are more valuable varies. The limited supply of artist’s proofs often makes them more valuable than other prints. Discrepancies between artist’s proofs and the final prints can also increase their value. However, an artist’s proof that has a poor-quality image or is in poor condition may not be worth as much. If you're curious about the value of a particular piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can evaluate it for you. Explore a selection of art prints on 1stDibs.

Is an artist's proof worth more?

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.

Is an artist's proof valuable?

Yes, an artist's proof may be valuable. Generally, an artist's proof may sell for 20 to 50% more than the going price for a limited edition print from its series. However, the value of prints varies greatly depending on the artist, subject, age and condition. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can give you an idea of how much a particular proof may be worth. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of art prints.

What is the difference between an artist's proof and an edition?

The difference between an artist's proof and an edition comes down to purpose. An artist's proof can be thought of as a test run, a print that the artist makes to see how the image appears. Normally, the artist does not intend to sell these proofs. An edition is a print produced for the purpose of sale. You will sometimes see the term "main edition" used in place of edition. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of art prints.

Are artist proofs more valuable than standard edition prints?

Artist proofs often command a higher price because of their rarity.

How much is a Norman Rockwell artist's proof worth?

How much a Norman Rockwell artist's proof is worth depends on its condition, size, history and other factors. Generally, Rockwell's artist's proofs are worth more than standard limited edition prints of the same subject and quality because fewer were made, and selling prices for them are often in the thousands of dollars. Rockwell is among the most revered painters of the 20th century. His figurative and portrait paintings reflect an innocent and idyllic America described by the artist as "life as I would like it to be." For nearly 50 years, he illustrated the covers of The Saturday Evening Post in a rich and emotive style that gave distinctive personalities to his imagined characters. In total, Rockwell created more than 4,000 works of art throughout his life. To get a valuation performed on your artist's proof, use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Norman Rockwell art.

Artist Proof Etching

Original Japanese Art

Mexican Woman

Contemporary Japanese Print Artist

Mexican Abstract Artist

Ossip ZadkineGuitar Player Etching by Ossip Zadkine, Cubist, Artist's Proof, 1962, 1962

$5,145

Guitar Player Etching by Ossip Zadkine, Cubist, Artist's Proof, 1962

By Ossip Zadkine

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed in pencil on lower right margin. Artist's proof (hand written on the lower left margin).

Category

1960s Cubist More Prints

Materials

Etching

Jean FautrierL'Otage aux Mains Etching, Modern Style, Artist's Proof, 1944, 1944

$3,144

L'Otage aux Mains Etching, Modern Style, Artist's Proof, 1944

By Jean Fautrier

Located in Roma, IT

Artist's proof. Edition of 50 prints. Excellent conditions.

Category

1940s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Joanna IrvinGreenwich Window I Etching, Aquatint, 2010+, Artist Proof, 15x10 cm, c.2010

$102Sale Price|20% Off

Greenwich Window I Etching, Aquatint, 2010+, Artist Proof, 15x10 cm

Located in Bournemouth, Dorset

Joanna Irvin Greenwich Window 1 Etching A/P Image: 15 x 10 Mount 27.0 x 22.0 cm Joanna Irvin - Joanna was born in Aberdeen and spent her childhood in Scotland and Ireland. She stud...

Category

2010s Interior Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Jean FautrierNu Etching by Jean Fautrier, Modern Style, Artist's Proof, 1941, 1941

$4,116

Nu Etching by Jean Fautrier, Modern Style, Artist's Proof, 1941

By Jean Fautrier

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed.Artist's proof. Image Dimensions : 15.5 x 24 cm

Category

1940s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Marino MariniL’Incontro - Modern Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1961, 44.5x31 cm, 1961

$1,715

L’Incontro - Modern Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1961, 44.5x31 cm

By Marino Marini

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed and numbered by artist with pencil. Edition of 20 Artist's Proofs in Roman Numbers. Image dimensions: 44.5 x 31 cm This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing leg...

Category

1960s Modern Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

Doris Warner"Night Moves" - Abstract Etching in Ink on Paper (Artist's Proof), 1981

$575

"Night Moves" - Abstract Etching in Ink on Paper (Artist's Proof)

By Doris Warner

Located in Soquel, CA

"Night Moves" - Abstract Etching in Ink on Paper (Artist's Proof) Textural abstract print by Doris Ann Warner (American, 1925-2010).

Category

1980s Abstract Interior Prints

Materials

Paper, Ink, Etching

Jean FautrierLa Boite Etching, Modern Abstract Print, Signed Artist's Proof, 1940s, 1947

$5,716

La Boite Etching, Modern Abstract Print, Signed Artist's Proof, 1940s

By Jean Fautrier

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed. Artist's proof. Edition Couturier. Printed by Jacques David, Paris. Jean Fautrier was a French painter, printmaker, illustrator and sculptor. He was one of the most impo...

Category

1940s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Emilio GrecoEllisse N.2 Etching on Paper, Modern Style, Signed, Artist's Proof, 1970

$1,829

Ellisse N.2 Etching on Paper, Modern Style, Signed, Artist's Proof

By Emilio Greco

Located in Roma, IT

Artist's proof. Edition of 90 prints. Reference: Catalogue Raisonné "Emilio Greco Incisioni e Litografie", by Maurizio Calvesi, Cigno Edizioni, Roma, 1995, N. 68

Category

1970s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

c.1830 Exquisite Antique English Etching Artist Proof

$2,850

c.1830 Exquisite Antique English Etching Artist Proof

Located in Highwood, IL

English etching artist proof. The bottom reads as follows: Printed by Henry Fradelle and engraved by Thomas Lupton.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Romantic Prints

Materials

Paper

Shirley GorelickRed Expulsion (Artist Proof), Late 20th Century

$450

Red Expulsion (Artist Proof)

By Shirley Gorelick

Located in New York, NY

Susan Gorelick (American, 1924-2000), "Red Expulsion" A/P, Abstract Etching signed, titled and numbered in Pencil, 19.50 x 27.88 (Image: 17.25 x 23.50) Late 20th Century Colors: Ora...

Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador Dalí"Le Chateau de Gala" Surrealist Drypoint Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1974, 1974

$3,700

"Le Chateau de Gala" Surrealist Drypoint Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1974

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Astoria, NY

Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989), "Le Chateau de Gala" [Gala's Castle], Drypoint Etching with Pochoir coloring on Japan paper, 1974, from After 50 Years of Surrealism, published At...

Category

1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Washi Paper, Drypoint, Etching

Albert Al Hirschfeld"Mostel and Meredith" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Signed artist's proof., 1982

$3,000

"Mostel and Meredith" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Signed artist's proof.

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Hand pulled from an edition of 150 plus 30 artist's proofs in 1982. Artist's proof. Hand numbered AP XIX/XXX in front lower left corner.

Category

1980s Other Art Style Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Albert Al Hirschfeld"Jimmy Durante" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed artist's proof., 1975

$4,500

"Jimmy Durante" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed artist's proof.

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Artist's proof. Hand numbered AP XXII/XXX in front lower left corner.

Category

1970s Other Art Style Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Renée Lubarow 1"Fete" Mid Century Modern Abstract Etching & Aquatint on Paper (Artist's Proof), 1960s

$650

"Fete" Mid Century Modern Abstract Etching & Aquatint on Paper (Artist's Proof)

By Renée Lubarow 1

Located in Soquel, CA

"Fete" Mid Century Abstract Etching and Aquatint on Paper (Artist's Proof) Bold abstract composition by Renee Lubarow (French, 1923-2017).

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint, Laid Paper

Jean FautrierNu Etching by Jean Fautrier, Modern Style, Signed Artist's Proof, 1937, 1937

$2,858

Nu Etching by Jean Fautrier, Modern Style, Signed Artist's Proof, 1937

By Jean Fautrier

Located in Roma, IT

Nu is an original etching realized by Jean Fautrier in 1937. Hand signed in pencil on lower right margin, Artist's proof.

Category

1930s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Ruth Leaf, Dowager, Embossed Screenprint, Etching, Artist Proof Signed

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

Ruth Leaf, Dowager, Embossed Screenprint, Etching, Artist Proof Signed

By Ruth Leaf

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Ruth Leaf, Dowager, signed, titled and artist proof (AP) in pencil, embossed color etching and aquatint on wove paper.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Lowell NesbittElegant Flower etching, signed/n Artists Proof, from Estate of renowned curator, 1975

$550

Elegant Flower etching, signed/n Artists Proof, from Estate of renowned curator

By Lowell Nesbitt

Located in New York, NY

Hand signed, dated and annotated Artist's Proof. Acquired from the estate of renowned curator Gene Baro, who included Nesbitt in various print exhibitions he curated, including the B...

Category

1970s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Etching

Joseph Rozman"Wee Fun, " a Relief Etching Artist Proof II signed by Joseph Rozman, 1969

$2,900

"Wee Fun, " a Relief Etching Artist Proof II signed by Joseph Rozman

By Joseph Rozman

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Wee Fun" is Joseph Rozman's second artist's proof of a relief etching. The piece is in black and white and depicts many intricate interactions between figures, animals, and objects.

Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Giovanni Battista PiranesiVasi Antichi Etching by G.B. Piranesi, Late 18th Century, Artist Proof, 1778

$1,943

Vasi Antichi Etching by G.B. Piranesi, Late 18th Century, Artist Proof

By Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Located in Roma, IT

Antique Vases Artist proof, printed on contemporary laid paper, wide margins, representing two antique vases, whom details are in the captures.

Category

Late 18th Century Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Midcentury Etching With Aquatint, Titled, Great Glen, Signed, Artist Proof

$900Sale Price / item|25% Off

Midcentury Etching With Aquatint, Titled, Great Glen, Signed, Artist Proof

Located in San Francisco, CA

Signed in pencil by artist, marked AP (artist proof) with title, "Great Glen".

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Black and Beige Abstract Etching, Signed Artist Proof, Mid-Century

$800

Black and Beige Abstract Etching, Signed Artist Proof, Mid-Century

Located in Queens, NY

(LOUISE STERN) Artist Proof, Signed.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Metal

René Carcan (1925-1993) Aquatint etching, artist's proof, titled "Illumination"

$1,086

René Carcan (1925-1993) Aquatint etching, artist's proof, titled "Illumination"

Located in Argenteuil, IDF

Aquatint etching. Artist's proof, numbered 4/10 and signed in pencil by the artist, titled "Illumination."

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Trevor SoutheyTorso, Male Nude Etching by Trevor Southey, Signed Artist Proof from 1990's, 1994

$700Sale Price|30% Off

Torso, Male Nude Etching by Trevor Southey, Signed Artist Proof from 1990's

By Trevor Southey

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Signed, titled and Artist Proof by the artist from an edition of 100.

Category

1990s Contemporary Nude Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Lucio FontanaUntitled, from Serie Rosa (R. & R. E-30), 1966

$18,400

Untitled, from Serie Rosa (R. & R. E-30)

By Lucio Fontana

Located in London, GB

E-30), 1966 Signed and numbered 4/50 in pencil (there were also a few artist's proofs) Etching and aquatint, on BFK Rives paper, the full sheet 75.5 x 56 cm 29 3/4 x 22 inches Editio...

Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Etching, Aquatint

1980's Gail Packer (American), Signed & Framed Aquatint Etching, Artist's Proof

$2,250

1980's Gail Packer (American), Signed & Framed Aquatint Etching, Artist's Proof

By Gail Packer 1

Located in Morristown, NJ

Artist’s Proofs are often considered more valuable by collectors due to their limited availability.

Category

Vintage 1980s American American Classical Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Arnaldo PomodoroUntitled for Art and Research, Etching on paper, Signed, One of 15 Artist Proofs, 2003

$2,000

Untitled for Art and Research, Etching on paper, Signed, One of 15 Artist Proofs

By Arnaldo Pomodoro

Located in New York, NY

Arnaldo Pomodoro Untitled for Art and Research (Catalogue #: GR/114), 2003 Etching on wove paper Signed and annotated p.a. (Proof).

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

A Large Color Etching Print by South Korean Artist Bong Tae Kim / Artist Proof

$12,500

A Large Color Etching Print by South Korean Artist Bong Tae Kim / Artist Proof

Located in Chicago, IL

A Large Color Etching Print by South Korean Artist Bong Tae Kim. Titled in Pencil lower left "2nd Inversion Gray". These I believe were executed in the 1960s/70s. Please note that...

Category

20th Century Korean Prints

Materials

Paper

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

$1,195

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Framed under glass, a Ernest D. Roth Etching signed in plate and by hand. In plate signature reads, E D Roth Pont Neuf Paris. By hand signature on lower right below etching reads,...

Category

Vintage 1910s American Late Victorian Drawings

Materials

Paper

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

$695

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Framed under glass, a Ernest D. Roth Etching signed in plate and by hand. In plate signature reads, E D Roth 1914 Charters. By hand signature on lower right below etching reads, E...

Category

Vintage 1910s American Late Victorian Drawings

Materials

Paper

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House

$450

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Signed in front and on the back Artist Proof Etching 8 inch by 6.5 inch Frame 14 by 12

Category

Late 20th Century English Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paper

Chris OrrIndian Without Reservations, 1968

$800

Indian Without Reservations

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Chris Orr (British, b. 1943) Indian Without Reservations, 1968. Artist's proof etching, composed of four scenes. Edition of 30 with 5 Artist's proof, of which this is #2.

Category

1960s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Esteban ChavezMale Nude, framed hand pulled artist's proof print, brown tones, 1987

$960Sale Price|20% Off

Male Nude, framed hand pulled artist's proof print, brown tones

By Esteban Chavez

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage work by Esteban Chavez illustrates his skills as a master-printer. Plate size dimension is 4.25" x 4" Framed, the work measures 16.5" x 14" Please note, there is a sm...

Category

2010s Academic Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Etching, Aquatint

Nahum Tschacbasov“The Bird”, 1947

$340Sale Price|20% Off

“The Bird”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Nahum Tschacbasov“Figure with Large Brain”, 1947

$396Sale Price|20% Off

“Figure with Large Brain”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Nahum Tschacbasov“Chorus Boys”, 1938

$396Sale Price|20% Off

“Chorus Boys”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Black and white original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1930s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Nahum Tschacbasov“Woman with Beast”, 1947

$396Sale Price|20% Off

“Woman with Beast”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Black and white original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1930s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Nahum Tschacbasov“Woman Riding Horse”, 1947

$396Sale Price|20% Off

“Woman Riding Horse”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Nahum Tschacbasov“Untitled”, 1947

$396Sale Price|20% Off

“Untitled”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 3 (Buril)', 1998 etching, aquatint on paper Deponte 400g. 20.9 x 24.5 in. (53 x 62 cm.) Unframed ID: PRA-305 Hand-signed by author

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Roy FairchildFlorence II - rare artist proof print, portrait, hand signed, Roy Fairchild, 2002

$675

Florence II - rare artist proof print, portrait, hand signed, Roy Fairchild

By Roy Fairchild

Located in London, GB

This Artist Proof print is for sale from Roy Fairchild's Personal Collection. This print will come with a certificate of authenticity from London Contemporary Gallery and a unique si...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Roy FairchildFlorence I - rare artist proof print, portrait, hand signed, Roy Fairchild, 1975

$675

Florence I - rare artist proof print, portrait, hand signed, Roy Fairchild

By Roy Fairchild

Located in London, GB

This Artist Proof print is for sale from Roy Fairchild's Personal Collection. This print will come with a certificate of authenticity from London Contemporary Gallery and a unique si...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 22x24in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 22x24in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 11', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 22.7 x 24.5 in. (57.5 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-313 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 9 (Bruñidor)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 21.1 x 24.5 in. (53.5 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-311 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 12', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 22.3 x 29.6 in. (56.5 x 75 cm.) ID: PRA-314 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 10 (Bruñidor)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 21.1 x 24.5 in. (53.5 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-312 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 7 (Bruñidor)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 21.1 x 24.5 in. (53.5 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-309 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 8 (Bruñidor)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 21.1 x 24.5 in. (53.5 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-310 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 5 (Buril)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 20.9 x 24.5 in. (53 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-307 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 4 (Buril)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 20.9 x 24.5 in. (53 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-306 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 21x25in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 2 (Buril)', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 20.9 x 24.5 in. (53 x 62 cm.) ID: PRA-304 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching

Raul Anguiano"Salome" 2003 last Mexican Muralist artist original first print proof engraving, 2003

$550

"Salome" 2003 last Mexican Muralist artist original first print proof engraving

By Raul Anguiano

Located in Miami, FL

Raul Anguiano (Mexico, 1915-2006) 'Salomé', 2003 Engraving, sugarlift on Deponte handmade heavy-weight paper of 650 g. 19.3 x 15 in. (49 x 38 cm.) ID: ANG-108 Hand-signed by author

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching, Aquatint

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 14x26in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 14x26in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 14 x 25.6 in. (35.5 x 65 cm.) Edition of 12 ID: PRA-302 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching, Engraving

Namiko Prado AraiMexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 16x21in, 1998

$450

Mexican Japanese woman artist 1998 signed original engraving art proof 16x21in

By Namiko Prado Arai

Located in Miami, FL

Namiko Prado Arai (Mexico, 1963) 'Untitled 1', 1998 engraving on paper Guarro Biblos 250g. 15.6 x 21.1 in. (39.5 x 53.5 cm.) ID: PRA-303 Hand-signed by author Unframed

Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Etching, Engraving

Nahum Tschacbasov“Creatures”, 1947

$396Sale Price|20% Off

“Creatures”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

Eugene Leroy Abstract Composition, French Artist Proof Titled "Sleep"

$1,900Sale Price|36% Off

Eugene Leroy Abstract Composition, French Artist Proof Titled "Sleep"

By Eugène Leroy

Located in Miami, FL

Eugene Leroy abstract composition or original artist proof, eau forte or etching. This intriguing work of art is titled "Sleep".

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Drawings

Materials

Wood, Paper

Raul Anguiano"Nymph and Faun" 2003 Last Mexican Muralist Artist original first print proof, 2003

$500

"Nymph and Faun" 2003 Last Mexican Muralist Artist original first print proof

By Raul Anguiano

Located in Miami, FL

Raul Anguiano (Mexico, 1915-2006) 'Ninfa y fauno', 2003 sugarlift on paper 19.3 x 15 in. (49 x 38 cm.) ID: ANG-107 Hand-signed by author

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Ink, Etching, Aquatint

Fiorella DiamantiniLandscape - Etching by Fiorella Diamantini - 1962, 1962

$285

Landscape - Etching by Fiorella Diamantini - 1962

By Fiorella Diamantini

Located in Roma, IT

Signed and dated in pencil on the lower right margin and with the autograph note "Prova di stampa" in pencil on the lower left margin. Our original etching, an artist proof, confirm...

Category

1960s Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching

Valerie Thornton (1931-1991) - 20th Century Etching, Cartmel, 20th Century

$495

Valerie Thornton (1931-1991) - 20th Century Etching, Cartmel

Located in Corsham, GB

Valerie Thornton (1931-1991) Original Artist Proof. Cartmel, etching and aquatint on paper.

Category

20th Century Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching

Lionel LecouteuxBaigneuses - Original Etching by L. Lacouteux - 1899, 1899

$320

Baigneuses - Original Etching by L. Lacouteux - 1899

By Lionel Lecouteux

Located in Roma, IT

The artwork is from an original realized by Antoine Calbet. Artist's Proof, before Letter. The etching is from the cachet de la "Société Française des Amis des Arts".

Category

1890s Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Fiorella DiamantiniLandscape - Original Etching by Fiorella Diamantini - 1980s, 1980s

$285

Landscape - Original Etching by Fiorella Diamantini - 1980s

By Fiorella Diamantini

Located in Roma, IT

Signed in pencil on the lower right margin and with the abbreviation "P.d.a." in pencil on the lower left margin. Our original etching, an artist proof, confirms the artist's love f...

Category

1980s Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching

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Are artist’s proofs more valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Whether artist’s proofs are more valuable varies. The limited supply of artist’s proofs often makes them more valuable than other prints. Discrepancies between artist’s proofs and the final prints can also increase their value. However, an artist’s proof that has a poor-quality image or is in poor condition may not be worth as much. If you're curious about the value of a particular piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can evaluate it for you. Explore a selection of art prints on 1stDibs.
Is an artist's proof worth more?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
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.
Is an artist's proof valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
Yes, an artist's proof may be valuable. Generally, an artist's proof may sell for 20 to 50% more than the going price for a limited edition print from its series. However, the value of prints varies greatly depending on the artist, subject, age and condition. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can give you an idea of how much a particular proof may be worth. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of art prints.
What is the difference between an artist's proof and an edition?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
The difference between an artist's proof and an edition comes down to purpose. An artist's proof can be thought of as a test run, a print that the artist makes to see how the image appears. Normally, the artist does not intend to sell these proofs. An edition is a print produced for the purpose of sale. You will sometimes see the term "main edition" used in place of edition. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of art prints.
Are artist proofs more valuable than standard edition prints?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Artist proofs often command a higher price because of their rarity.
How much is a Norman Rockwell artist's proof worth?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
How much a Norman Rockwell artist's proof is worth depends on its condition, size, history and other factors. Generally, Rockwell's artist's proofs are worth more than standard limited edition prints of the same subject and quality because fewer were made, and selling prices for them are often in the thousands of dollars. Rockwell is among the most revered painters of the 20th century. His figurative and portrait paintings reflect an innocent and idyllic America described by the artist as "life as I would like it to be." For nearly 50 years, he illustrated the covers of The Saturday Evening Post in a rich and emotive style that gave distinctive personalities to his imagined characters. In total, Rockwell created more than 4,000 works of art throughout his life. To get a valuation performed on your artist's proof, use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Norman Rockwell art.

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