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

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Mexican Abstract Artist

The International Avant-Garde - Suite of 20 Original Etchings, 1962

$1,943

The International Avant-Garde - Suite of 20 Original Etchings

Located in Roma, IT

Edition of 100 copies of which 60 numbered from 1 to 60, 25 for the collaborators numbered from X to XXV and 15 Artist proofs. Edition including 20 original etchings chosen by Trista...

Category

1960s More Art

Materials

Etching

Bruno CanovaOsteria del Tempo Perso - Etching by Bruno Canova - 1973, 1973

$514

Osteria del Tempo Perso - Etching by Bruno Canova - 1973

Located in Roma, IT

Osteria del Tempo Perso is an artwork realized by Bruno Canova,1973. Etching, Artist Proof. 75 x 95 cm. Handsigned and dated lower right.

Category

1970s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Ossip ZadkineFemme à la Guitare - Etching by Ossip Zadkine - 1962, 1962

$2,743

Femme à la Guitare - Etching by Ossip Zadkine - 1962

By Ossip Zadkine

Located in Roma, IT

"Femme à la guitare" is an print realized by Ossip Zadkine (Vitebsk 1890 - Paris 1967) in 1962 Color etching - artist's proof. Hand-signed and dated lower right in pencil.

Category

1960s Cubist More Prints

Materials

Etching

Ker Xavier RousselNymphe et Faunes - Etching by K.-X. Roussel - 1900 ca., 1900 ca.

$640

Nymphe et Faunes - Etching by K.-X. Roussel - 1900 ca.

By Ker Xavier Roussel

Located in Roma, IT

Note lower left "2em état". Artist's proof, II state. Original etching. Catalogue Salomon n. 116.

Category

Early 1900s Modern Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching

Ker Xavier RousselNymphe et Faunes - Etching by K.-X. Roussel - 1900 ca., 1900 ca.

$560

Nymphe et Faunes - Etching by K.-X. Roussel - 1900 ca.

By Ker Xavier Roussel

Located in Roma, IT

Note lower left "3em état". Artist's proof, III state. Original etching. Ref: Catalogue Salomon n. 116.

Category

Early 1900s Modern Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching

Lucio Del PezzoDecalogue N° 3 - Original Etching by Lucio Del Pezzo - 1970s, 1976-1978

$434

Decalogue N° 3 - Original Etching by Lucio Del Pezzo - 1970s

By Lucio Del Pezzo

Located in Roma, IT

Original print realized by Lucio del Pezzo in the late 1970s, it is from the "Decalogue", a portfolio of ten sheets, variously numbered from the total of 105 pieces (75 in Arabic Num...

Category

1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Giuseppe VivianiFlowers and Riuns - Original Etching by Giuseppe Viviani, 1957

$2,057

Flowers and Riuns - Original Etching by Giuseppe Viviani

By Giuseppe Viviani

Located in Roma, IT

Black and white etching. Artist's proof. Hand signed and dated with pencil on lower right margin.

Category

1950s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

CHRISTINE CHAGNOUX - 'Circus Crocodile' - Framed Color Etching - France - C.1970

$1,500

CHRISTINE CHAGNOUX - 'Circus Crocodile' - Framed Color Etching - France - C.1970

Located in Chatham, ON

CHRISTINE CHAGNOUX (1937-2020) - 'Circus Crocodile' - Epreuve d’Artiste 18/30 (Artist's Proof) - Wonderful mid century color etching and watercolor on paper by an artist famous for h...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Prints

Materials

Metal

Etching Glyn Thomas Lighthouse Orford Ness Castle River Alde length

$2,707

Etching Glyn Thomas Lighthouse Orford Ness Castle River Alde length

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Glyn Thomas (b.1946) : Lighthouse, Orford Ness Etching. Artists proof from a limited edition of 150, signed and titled in pencil, f Depicting the lighthouse in the foreground, the ...

Category

20th Century English Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

High Wire Desire Signed AP Aquatint Etching by Dan M. Allison, 1978

$795

High Wire Desire Signed AP Aquatint Etching by Dan M. Allison, 1978

Located in Raymondville, TX

Allison's modern primitive style 'High Wire Desire' 1978 signed artist's proof three-color aquatint etching on float mounted German copperplate paper in a black metal frame.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Augusta Payne RathboneDESOLATION VALLEY, c. 1930

$1,100

DESOLATION VALLEY

Located in Santa Monica, CA

AUGUSTA (Payne) RATHBONE 1897 – 1990) DESOLATION VALLEY ca. 1930 Color aquatint and etching, Signed in pencil an annotated “artist proof” & “Plate 1”.

Category

1930s American Modern Landscape Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Franco GentiliniLandscape with Grapevine, 1969

$402

Landscape with Grapevine

By Franco Gentilini

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed on the right lower margin. Artist's proof. Beautiful etching describes a man sitting under a grapevine.

Category

1960s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Ryonosuke Fukui'Map of Life', University of Fine Arts, Tokyo, Still Life of Flowers, Benezit, Circa 1965

$950

'Map of Life', University of Fine Arts, Tokyo, Still Life of Flowers, Benezit

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Signed lower right, "Ryonosuke Fukui" (Japanese, 1923-1986), a listed artist, and created circa 1965. An artist's proof, hand-colored etching comprising superimposed, stylized plan...

Category

1960s Still-life Prints

Materials

Paper, Etching

Salvador DalíAbricot (Apricot), From FlorDalí (Les Fruits), 1969, 1969

$11,400

Abricot (Apricot), From FlorDalí (Les Fruits), 1969

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Naples, Florida

Edition: 125 impressions on Rives paper and 15 on Japan nacré, with additional artist’s proofs such as this example.

Category

1960s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Drypoint, Etching, Lithograph

Oiseau de Terre, 1990

$400

Oiseau de Terre

Located in Houston, TX

Beautifully detailed abstract etching artist proof by French artist Oiseau de Terre, circa 1990.

Category

1990s Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Lucio Del PezzoDecalogue N° 3, 1976-1978

$228

Decalogue N° 3

By Lucio Del Pezzo

Located in Roma, IT

Original print realized by Lucio del Pezzo in 1976, it is from the "Decalogue", a portfolio of ten sheets, variously numbered from the total of 105 pieces (75 in Arabic Numerals Edit...

Category

1970s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Marino MariniMarino from Shakespeare, 1977

$2,800

Marino from Shakespeare

By Marino Marini

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this color aquatint and etching. Artist's proof, aside from the edition of 75.

Category

1970s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Color, Etching, Aquatint

Jenny TothBulls, Skulls, and Tears, monochromatic linear animals bones, 2016

$600

Bulls, Skulls, and Tears, monochromatic linear animals bones

By Jenny Toth

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is an artist proof (one of a kind) etching of a woman peaking behind a bull's skull with other live bulls dancing around behind.

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Ink, Archival Ink, Etching

Jenny TothFeeling Prickly, 2016

$600

Feeling Prickly

By Jenny Toth

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is an artist proof (one of a kind) etching of a woman with a cactus growing in and out of her.

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Ink, Archival Ink, Etching

Jim DinePLIERS, 1973 and 1989

$3,750

PLIERS

By Jim Dine

Located in Portland, ME

Signed, numbered 56/100 and dated in pencil The edition was 100, plus 10 Printer's Proofs and 10 Artist's Proofs. Printed on German Etching Deluxe paper by William Law, and Published...

Category

1970s Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Jim DineAWL, 1973 and 1989

$3,750

AWL

By Jim Dine

Located in Portland, ME

Signed, numbbered 56/100 and dated in pencil The edition was 100, plus 10 Printer's Proofs and 10 Artist's Proofs. Printed on German Etching Deluxe paper by William Law, and Publishe...

Category

1970s Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Hans RichterIl Bene Raro - Rare Book illustrated by Hans Richter - 1970, 1970

$1,086

Il Bene Raro - Rare Book illustrated by Hans Richter - 1970

Located in Roma, IT

Edition of 92 copies plus 10 Artist Proofs, including 6 original etchings numbered and signed by Hans Richter and six poems by Grytzko Mascioni.

Category

1970s Surrealist More Art

Materials

Paper

André MassonUne Saison en Enfer - Rare Book illustrated by André Masson - 1961, 1961

$1,943

Une Saison en Enfer - Rare Book illustrated by André Masson - 1961

By André Masson

Located in Roma, IT

Edition of 92 copies plus 10 Artist Proofs, including 6 original etchings numbered and signed by Hans Richter and six poems by Grytzko Mascioni.

Category

1960s Surrealist More Art

Materials

Paper

Salvador DalíVenus, Mars et Cupidon - Original etching - 1971 - Artist proof, 1971

$1,714

Venus, Mars et Cupidon - Original etching - 1971 - Artist proof

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Paris, IDF

Salvador Dali (1904-1989) Venus, Mars et Cupidon (1971) Original Etching on vellum Arches Handsigned in pencil Artist proof Size : 30 x 22.2 inch (76 x 56,5 cm) References : Cat...

Category

1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

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Artist Proof Etching For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate artist proof etching for your needs in our varied inventory. Find Impressionist versions now, or shop for Impressionist creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for an artist proof etching from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right artist proof etching for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, beige, brown and red. Finding an appealing artist proof etching — no matter the origin — is easy, but Doris Warner, Albert Al Hirschfeld, Edgar Chahine, Johnny Friedlaender and Shirley Gorelick each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in etching, paper and ink.

How Much is a Artist Proof Etching?

The price for an artist proof etching in our collection starts at $299 and tops out at $7,500 with the average selling for $1,190.

Questions About Artist Proof Etching

Are artist’s proofs more valuable?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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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