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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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

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 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

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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

What is a lithograph poster?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

What is a numbered lithograph?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

How do I tell a lithograph from a print?

Accepted Answer

To tell the difference between a lithograph and a print, touch the surface of the piece. Lithographs will usually have a slightly raised texture, whereas reproductions of lithographs produced with other techniques are more likely to be smooth. Then, examine the surface closely with a magnifying glass.

On a lithograph, you will typically see irregularities in the dot pattern. Printed reproductions normally don't display such irregularities due to the mechanical processes used to produce them. If you're still uncertain, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you determine whether a piece is a lithograph or a reproduction print.

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Question 17

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 18

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.

Question 19

What is the difference between a print and a lithograph?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a print and a lithograph is that “print” is a general term and “lithograph” is a specific printing method (one of the most commonly used in the 20th and 21st centuries). This means that a lithograph is always a print, but not all prints are lithographs. A print is a work of art made by imprinting a design from a matrix made of one of the following media: stone, wood or metal. The artist creates the design on the matrix which is then inked and transferred onto the support. The support is usually made of paper. 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.

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Question 20

How can you tell a lithograph from an etching?

Accepted Answer

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.

Lithograph Of Women

20th Century Unknown Decorative Art

S. Marchtti Aquatint Lithograph Of Women

Early 20th Century Academic Figurative Prints

Maurice DenisStudy of Women - Original lithograph, 1918

1960s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Claes Oldenburg"Parade of Women" original lithograph, 1964

1840s Modern Figurative Prints

Figures of Women - Original Lithograph on Paper - 1840s, 1840s

1970s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Estelle GinsburgWomen of Intellect #6, Lithograph by Estelle Ginsburg, 1978

1960s Pop Art Nude Prints

Claes OldenburgClaes Oldenburg Parade of Women lithograph (1 cent life), 1964

1830s Old Masters Prints and Multiples

Eugène DelacroixWomen of Algiers (color), Modern Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1838

1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Doo Shik LeeImpressions of Women, Suite of 5 Lithographs by Doo Shik Lee, 1993

1920s Art Nouveau Figurative Prints

Ferdinand BacThe Escape of Women - Original Lithograph by F. Bac - 1922, 1922

1950s Portrait Prints

Women's Royal Army Corps Institute of Army Education WW2 uniform lithograph, circa 1950s

1950s Portrait Prints

Women's Auxiliary Army Corps Institute of Army Education WW1 uniform lithograph, circa 1950s

1960s Modern Figurative Prints

Ben ShahnScreams of Women in Labor from the Rilke Portfolio, lithograph by Ben Shahn, 1968

1960s Modern Figurative Prints

Ben ShahnOf Light, White Sleeping Women from the Rilke Portfolio, lithograph by Ben Shahn, 1968

Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Prints

Dutch Corneille 1922 - 2010 Limited Edition Lithograph Print of Women & Tiger 87

Vintage 1930s Prints

Lithograph of Walcheren Women’s Daily Dress with Bonnets and Beuk, ca. 1860–1890

20th Century French Modern Drawings

Original French Color Lithograph of Two Women by FRANCIS de LASSUS SAINT-GENIES

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Couple of Women - - Mid-20th Century, Mid-20th Century

Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Prints

19th Century English Color Lithograph 'Eminent Women' Gilt Wood Frame

1960s Pop Art Nude Prints

Claes OldenburgParade of Women, from One Cent Life, 1964

1960s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Ben Shahn 'Of Light, White Sleeping Women in Childbed, 1968

1890s Art Nouveau Figurative Prints

Alphonse MuchaFrom Ilsee, Princess of Tripoli Recto: "Visiting Women" Verso: "Departing Pilgri, 1897

1910s American Realist Portrait Prints

Leonebel JacobsOriginal "Women of America Work for Victory" vintage psoter Victory Garden, 1915

1910s American Realist Portrait Prints

Lucien-Hector JonasOriginal Four Years in the Fight, The Women of France vintage WW1 poster, 1917

1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Claes OldenburgParade of Women, from Deluxe, Hand Signed, 85/100 1 Cent Life Portfolio, Framed, 1964

1960s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Prints

Hoi LebadangMid Century Chevaux et Cavalières La Nuit Lithograph, Circa 1960

Antique Mid-19th Century Prints

Antique Print of Women Pounding Grain and Africans Brewing Pombe, circa 1860

1960s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Rufino TamayoFemme au Collant Rose, Signed Surrealist Lithograph by Rufino Tamayo, 1969

1960s Figurative Prints

JP TertreVintage Fine Art - Women at Dock, Circa 1960

Early 1900s Impressionist Portrait Prints

Albert de BellerocheMlle Sablon, musical actress, 1907

Early 1900s Impressionist Prints and Multiples

Albert de BellerocheThe Ermine Scarf, 1905

Early 1900s Impressionist Portrait Prints

Albert de BellerocheMlle Sablon, musical actress, 1907

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings

William S. SchwartzPortrait of an Old Man with Cane, Important Chicago Modernist WPA Artist, c. 1940

Early 1900s Impressionist Nude Prints

Albert de BellerocheReclining Nude Holding a Necklace, c. 1908

Mid-20th Century American Modern Nude Drawings and Watercolors

William S. SchwartzChicago Modernist Line Drawing Reclining Nude WPA Artist. Exhibited Work, c. 1930

1920s Modern Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Kees van DongenFemme avec Chapeau, 1925-1930

Vintage 1980s American Modern Decorative Art

Signed Hand Colored Lithograph of Seated Abstract Women

Vintage 1930s Austrian Posters

"A GREAT GUY, THE IDOL OF WOMEN" 1932 Early Cinema poster

1960s American Realist Portrait Prints

Ben ShahnOf Light, White Sleeping Women in Childbed from the Rilke Portfolio, 1968

1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Vladimir GazovicZávist (Jealousy), 1972

1970s Surrealist Abstract Prints

Maurice Denis
Study of Women - Original lithograph, 1918

Claes Oldenburg
"Parade of Women" original lithograph, 1964

Estelle Ginsburg
Women of Intellect #6, Lithograph by Estelle Ginsburg, 1978

Claes Oldenburg
Claes Oldenburg Parade of Women lithograph (1 cent life), 1964

Eugène Delacroix
Women of Algiers (color), Modern Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1838

Doo Shik Lee
Impressions of Women, Suite of 5 Lithographs by Doo Shik Lee, 1993

Ferdinand Bac
The Escape of Women - Original Lithograph by F. Bac - 1922, 1922

Ben Shahn
Screams of Women in Labor from the Rilke Portfolio, lithograph by Ben Shahn, 1968

Ben Shahn
Of Light, White Sleeping Women from the Rilke Portfolio, lithograph by Ben Shahn, 1968

Claes Oldenburg
Parade of Women, from One Cent Life, 1964

Alphonse Mucha
From Ilsee, Princess of Tripoli Recto: "Visiting Women" Verso: "Departing Pilgri, 1897

Leonebel Jacobs
Original "Women of America Work for Victory" vintage psoter Victory Garden, 1915

Lucien-Hector Jonas
Original Four Years in the Fight, The Women of France vintage WW1 poster, 1917

Claes Oldenburg
Parade of Women, from Deluxe, Hand Signed, 85/100 1 Cent Life Portfolio, Framed, 1964

Hoi Lebadang
Mid Century Chevaux et Cavalières La Nuit Lithograph, Circa 1960

Rufino Tamayo
Femme au Collant Rose, Signed Surrealist Lithograph by Rufino Tamayo, 1969

JP Tertre
Vintage Fine Art - Women at Dock, Circa 1960

Albert de Belleroche
Mlle Sablon, musical actress, 1907

Albert de Belleroche
The Ermine Scarf, 1905

Albert de Belleroche
Mlle Sablon, musical actress, 1907

William S. Schwartz
Portrait of an Old Man with Cane, Important Chicago Modernist WPA Artist, c. 1940

Albert de Belleroche
Reclining Nude Holding a Necklace, c. 1908

William S. Schwartz
Chicago Modernist Line Drawing Reclining Nude WPA Artist. Exhibited Work, c. 1930

Kees van Dongen
Femme avec Chapeau, 1925-1930

Ben Shahn
Of Light, White Sleeping Women in Childbed from the Rilke Portfolio, 1968

Vladimir Gazovic
Závist (Jealousy), 1972

Dan Allison
"Tigger And The Kangerabbit" Surrealist Lithograph, 1976

Leonard Besser
"Indian Women" Brown Tonal Lithograph Edition 7 of 15, 1958

Henrietta Shore
"Women of Oaxaca" Medium Sized Grayscale Abstract Figurative Lithograph, 1927

Eugène Delacroix
Women of Algiers (B&W), Modern Lithograph by Eugene Delacroix, 1838

Henrietta Shore
Women of Oaxaca, Mexico, 1927

André Masson
The metamorphosis of women, 1970

Carol Jeanne Burt
Turn of the Century Children in White Edition 2 of 25, 20th Century

Charles Pebworth
Woman with Wings for S. Rudy Gallery in Santa Fe, 1980

William S. Schwartz
Portrait of an Old Man with Cane, Important Chicago Modernist WPA Artist, c. 1940

Alphonse Mucha
Répos de La Nuit / Reverie du Soir, 1899

William S. Schwartz
Chicago Modernist Line Drawing Reclining Nude WPA Artist. Exhibited Work, c. 1930

Claes Oldenburg
Claes Oldenburg Parade of Women lithograph (1 cent life), 1964

Stefania Guidi
Two Women Of The Forest - Original Lithograph by Stefania Guidi - 1993, 1993

Ora Lahav Chaaltiel
Head of a Women, 1967

Claes Oldenburg
Claes Oldenburg, Parade of Women, 1964

John White Alexander
Two Images of Women - Set of 2, 1920s

Henry Casselli
Generations (Three generations of Black Women), 1975

Henry Casselli
Generations (Three generations of Black Women), 1975

Claes Oldenburg
Parade of Women (from One Cent Life), 1964

Claes Oldenburg
Parade of Women, from One Cent Life, 1964