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Bring energy and an array of welcome colors and textures into your space by decorating with figurative fine-art prints and works on paper.
Figurative art stands in contrast to abstract art, which is more expressive than representational. The oldest-known work of figurative art is a figurative painting — specifically, a rock painting of an animal made over 40,000 years ago in Borneo. This remnant of a remote past has long faded, but its depiction of a cattle-like creature in elegant ocher markings endures.
Since then, figurative art has evolved significantly as it continues to represent the world, including a breadth of works on paper, including printmaking. This includes woodcuts, which are a type of relief print with perennial popularity among collectors. The artist carves into a block and applies ink to the raised surface, which is then pressed onto paper. There are also planographic prints, which use metal plates, stones or other flat surfaces as their base. The artist will often draw on the surface with grease crayon and then apply ink to those markings. Lithographs are a common version of planographic prints.
Figurative art printmaking was especially popular during the height of the Pop art movement, and this kind of work can be seen in artist Andy Warhol’s extensive use of photographic silkscreen printing. Everyday objects, logos and scenes were given a unique twist, whether in the style of a comic strip or in the use of neon colors.
Explore an impressive collection of figurative art prints for sale on 1stDibs and read about how to arrange your wall art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, John Constable prints may be worth something, depending on their age, condition and other factors. Constable was an English landscape painter in the Romantic tradition. Born in Suffolk, he is known principally for revolutionizing landscape painting with his depictions of Dedham Vale, the area surrounding his home. During the 19th century, printmaker David Lucas produced engravings of some of the artist's paintings. Although Lucas consulted Constable when producing these prints, he did the work himself. As a result, Constable prints may be worth less than some other prints made by the artists themselves. Selling prices are usually in the hundreds, though some pieces may be worth significantly more. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you determine how much your print may be worth. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of landscape art.
