Question 1

What is an after lithograph?

Accepted Answer

A lithograph is a piece of artwork created using oil and water. An after lithograph is a copy of an existing painting done after the original painting’s creation. Pablo Picasso would have after lithographs created of his famous works, usually by another approved artist. On 1stDibs, find a collection of lithographs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 2

What is the difference between a lithograph and a lithograph print?

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The difference between a lithograph and a lithograph print depends on the context. By the strictest definition, the terms are actually synonyms. A lithograph is the term for a print produced through a specific process. It begins with an artist drawing or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press. You can call a print produced with this printmaking method a lithograph, a lithograph print or a lithographic print. However, some people may use the term lithograph to describe a traditional lithograph and lithograph print to denote an offset lithograph. Offset lithography is a method of mass-producing prints where the image from the stone gets transferred to a rubber blanket, which is then pressed against the paper to produce a final image. Find a wide variety of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is the difference between an offset lithograph and an original lithograph?

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The difference between an offset lithograph and an original lithograph is that the former is made using the other. To produce an original lithograph, a printmaker begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press. An offset lithograph is a copy of an original lithograph produced with mechanical processes, usually without the artist's involvement. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of lithographs and other art prints.

Question 4

Are Lithographs Valuable?

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The most valuable lithographs are ones made by the artist, rather than someone mimicking a famous work of art. Original lithographs can be worth tens of thousands of dollars.

Question 5

What is a genuine lithograph?

Accepted Answer

A genuine lithograph is when an artist creates a piece of art on a stone or metal plate that is re-inked every time the image is pressed to paper. To ensure you purchase authentic, high-quality lithographs, look for a reputable seller. Shop a selection of expertly vetted lithograph art on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Why are lithographs so expensive?

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Lithographs are so expensive largely because of their properties. Compared to other types of prints, they tend to be more painterly, meaning they are better at capturing the qualities of color, stroke and texture featured in an original image. Since they bring paintings and other images to life in rich detail, artists and dealers can sell them for higher prices. Lithographs may also be expensive due to their rarity or creation by a famous artist. Shop a large selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 7

Is there a market for lithographs?

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Yes, there is a market for lithographs. However, demand for this type of artwork varies based on the artist, subject, age, condition and other factors. Fine art prints are created in strictly limited editions — of 20 or 30 or maybe 50 — and are always based on an image created specifically to be made into an edition. Because an artist’s editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, new collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point. Experts suggest that as collecting prints online has become more common, the market for lithographs and other kinds of prints is poised to flourish in the years to come. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lithographs and other prints from some of the world’s top galleries.

Question 8

Who is a famous lithographer?

Accepted Answer

There are many famous lithographers. One was Alois Senefelder. Sometimes called the “Father of Lithography,” he accidentally discovered the printmaking technique in 1796 when trying to find a new way to make copies of his plays. His discovery eventually led to the use of lithography to produce artwork. During the 18th century, artists who experimented with the technique included Honoré Daumier and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.

Lithography became an even more popular art form during the 20th century when it was used by artists like Alphonse Mucha, Marc Chagall, Edvard Munch, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Diego Rivera and Käthe Kollwitz.

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Question 9

What is a signed lithograph?

Accepted Answer

A signed lithograph is an art print produced with a particular method that bears the artist's real signature, signed in ink. The term lithograph refers to a print made by drawing an image onto a stone, etching the stone with chemicals and then applying ink. The term signed lithograph is different from a plate-signed lithograph, where the artist adds their signature to the stone to transfer it onto finished prints rather than signing their works by hand. Explore a large collection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is a color lithograph?

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A color lithograph is a print produced through the process of chromolithography. Unlike traditional lithography, which uses a single stone and one color of ink, chromolithography involves multiple printing stones, each of which corresponds to a single color. Artists etch the stones with only the elements of the image that will show up in that color, then transfer the image, part by part and color by color, onto paper. Find a range of color lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 11

Is a lithograph an original?

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No, a lithograph is not an original. Lithographs are prints, which are authorized reproductions of works produced by artists. To produce a lithograph, an artist applies an image to a stone. Then, they treat the stone with chemicals to impart the image into it. Finally, they apply ink and transfer the image onto paper or another medium. Shop a large selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What is a lithograph poster?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

What is a numbered lithograph?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

What is an original lithograph?

Accepted Answer

An original lithograph is a print made by way of a specific printing method (one of the most commonly used methods in the 20th and 21st centuries). With respect to lithography, the process begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche (an oily wash). The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.

Question 15

Is Murano glass in Venice real?

Accepted Answer

Whether Murano glass in Venice is real or not varies. The island of Murano is close to Venice, so the Italian city is home to many stores that carry authentic Murano glassware. However, some stores may carry lookalikes. As a result, it's important to purchase only pieces from reputable retail stores, dealers and online platforms. Shop a selection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is the difference between a hand-pulled lithograph and an offset lithograph?

Accepted Answer

In a hand-pulled lithograph, the image is painted or drawn by hand on the plate, which is then inked and used to make an impression on the print medium; in an offset lithograph, the inked image is transferred to a rubber blanket or roller, which is then used to mass-produce the prints.

Question 17

What is the famous glass factory in Venice, Italy?

Accepted Answer

Opinions may vary on what is the most famous glass factory in Venice, Italy. However, the island of Murano is arguably the best-known center for glass production in Venice. Since the 13th century, skilled artisans have been producing glassware in Murano. Some of the most celebrated makers that have been located on the island include Barovier & Toso, Salviati, Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Effe Due Murano, Barbelli, Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto and Paolo Venini. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.

Question 18

How can you tell a lithograph from an etching?

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To tell a lithograph from an etching, look closely along the edges of the print. Etching is a way of incising lines on a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. Lithography uses a stone rather than a plate. As a result, etchings will usually have a faint imprint or indentation called a plate mark, while a lithograph will not. Researching the artist using trusted online resources may also be helpful, as some printmakers worked exclusively with etchings or lithographs. Find a large selection of lithographs and etchings on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Does Banksy make lithographs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Banksy makes lithographs. The anonymous English-based artist primarily works in street art and has reproduced his work through stencil work, silkscreens and lithographs. These reproductions are often imitated. Always purchase Banksy prints from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Banksy prints from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is the difference between a lithograph and an original?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a lithograph and an original is that one is used to produce the other. An original is the term for the stone upon which an artist paints an image using an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, a type of oily wash. The lithograph is the print that an artist makes with an original. To create a lithograph, oil-based ink is applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. The stone is then covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of lithographs.

Lithograph Of Venice

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Edna Hibel Enhanced Lithograph of Venice

Late 20th Century Modern Prints and Multiples

Edna HibelEdna Hibel Enhanced Lithograph of Venice, Circa 1970

Early 20th Century French Decorative Art

Original Lithograph of Venice Italy, Signed Eugène Delécluse

1980s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Franco MarzilliView of Venice - Lithograph by Franco Marzilli - 1980s, 1980s

1860s Modern Figurative Prints

Various ArtistsView of Corderia dell'Arsenale in Venice - Lithograph - 1862, 1862

1860s Modern Figurative Prints

Various ArtistsUses and Customs - The Carnival of Venice - Lithograph - 1862, 1862

19th Century Figurative Prints

Ancient View of Venice - Lithograph on Paper - 19th Century, 19th Century

1850s Modern Figurative Prints

Ancient View of the Doge Palace Venice - Original Lithograph - 19th Century, First half of the 19th Century

1970s Modern Landscape Prints

Paul AizpiriView of San Giorgio in Venice, Impressionist Lithograph by Paul Aizpiri, circa 1970

Early 19th Century Modern Landscape Prints

Ancient View of Canal Grande, Venice - Original Lithograph - Early 19th Century, Early 19th Century

19th Century Figurative Prints

Ancient View of Piazza San Marco, Venice - Lithograph on Paper - 19th Century, 19th Century

2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Kind of CyanVenice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2024

20th Century Prints and Multiples

Thomas McKnight“Venice suite set of four”

1960s Abstract Abstract Prints

Adja YunkersSummer in Venice, 1966

1940s Prints and Multiples

Original Italian travel poster for the city of Venice The Basilica of San Marco, Circa 1940

Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Mark di SuveroDeclaration (Hand Signed by Mark di Suvero) print of famous Venice CA sculpture, 2001

1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Adja YunkersMixed Media Collage Oil Painting Latvian American Modernist Artist Adja Yunkers, 1973

Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Prints

Jean Picart Le DouxLagoon of Venice - Original handsigned lithograph/ EA

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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Prints

Vintage Venice Misty Morning Lithograph

19th Century Byzantine Portrait Prints

The Angel Uriel from the Basilica of San Marco in Venice, 1881

Antique 19th Century Decorative Art

Antique Framed Lithograph of Venice

20th Century Drawings

Hand Colored Lithograph of Venice

Antique Early 1900s Italian Drawings

Antique Framed Lithograph Map of Venice

19th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Giuseppe KierView of Venice - Lithograph by Giuseppe Kier - 19th Century, 19th Century

Late 19th Century Victorian More Prints

Venice, Italy. Antique Map City Plan Chromolithograph, circa 1895, 1895

20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Adja YunkersThe King in Pink, Modernist Inatglio Print, 1977

1970s Abstract Prints

Adja YunkersThe Sky Hides All Birds Modernist Intagilo Print

Antique 19th Century Italian Other Drawings

Framed Italian Lithograph of Venice

1950s Modern Landscape Prints

André MassonEquestrian Statue of Colleoni, Venice - Original Handsigned Lithograph

20th Century Modern Landscape Prints

Jacques ThévenetView of Venice, 20th Century

2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Kind of CyanVenice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2024

2010s Minimalist Abstract Prints

Kind of CyanVenice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2020

2010s Abstract Abstract Prints

Kind of CyanVenice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2024

2010s Abstract Abstract Prints

Kind of CyanVenice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2020

2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Kind of CyanLido Island Reflections, Venice Landscape Blue Tones, Minimal Cyanotype Print, 2020

Mid-20th Century Italian Cabinets

Midcentury Cocktail Cabinet in the Manner of Fornasetti

Vintage 1960s American Modern Prints

Adja Yunkers Signed 1960s “Salt II” Limited Edition Abstract Lithograph

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21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne

2010s American Flush Mount

Edna Hibel
Edna Hibel Enhanced Lithograph of Venice, Circa 1970

Franco Marzilli
View of Venice - Lithograph by Franco Marzilli - 1980s, 1980s

Various Artists
View of Corderia dell'Arsenale in Venice - Lithograph - 1862, 1862

Various Artists
Uses and Customs - The Carnival of Venice - Lithograph - 1862, 1862

Paul Aizpiri
View of San Giorgio in Venice, Impressionist Lithograph by Paul Aizpiri, circa 1970

Kind of Cyan
Venice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2024

Thomas McKnight
“Venice suite set of four”

Adja Yunkers
Summer in Venice, 1966

Mark di Suvero
Declaration (Hand Signed by Mark di Suvero) print of famous Venice CA sculpture, 2001

Adja Yunkers
Mixed Media Collage Oil Painting Latvian American Modernist Artist Adja Yunkers, 1973

Jean Picart Le Doux
Lagoon of Venice - Original handsigned lithograph/ EA

Giuseppe Kier
View of Venice - Lithograph by Giuseppe Kier - 19th Century, 19th Century

Adja Yunkers
The King in Pink, Modernist Inatglio Print, 1977

Adja Yunkers
The Sky Hides All Birds Modernist Intagilo Print

André Masson
Equestrian Statue of Colleoni, Venice - Original Handsigned Lithograph

Jacques Thévenet
View of Venice, 20th Century

Kind of Cyan
Venice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2024

Kind of Cyan
Venice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2020

Kind of Cyan
Venice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2024

Kind of Cyan
Venice Seascape Triptych, Blue Lido Island Reflections, Contemporary Cyanotype, 2020

Kind of Cyan
Lido Island Reflections, Venice Landscape Blue Tones, Minimal Cyanotype Print, 2020

Fritz Haupt
Alpine Mountain Hut Vintage Landscape Painting by 20th Century German Artist, 1975 Circa

Armand Guillaumin
'Agay, le château et le Sémaphore'. Oil on canvas. Signed., 1922

Edna Hibel
Mother and Children, c.1970

Edna Hibel
Edna Hibel Mother and Child Original Oil Painting on Silk