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Metropolitan Museum of Art - Lithograph - Irish, British Art - Contemporary Art
By Francis Bacon
Located in London, GB
FRANCIS BACON 1909-1992
Dublin 1909-1992 Madrid (Irish / British)
Title: Metropolitan Museum of
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Kerry Breed, Irish sheep lithograph with original hand-colouring, circa 1845
By After William Shiels
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Race de Kerry' (The Kerry Breed)
Lithograph with original hand-colouring by Hermann Eichens (1813
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
The Irish Fair
By George Wesley Bellows
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Irish Fair
Lithograph, 1923
Signed and numbered in pencil by the artist (see photo)
Titled "Irish
Category
1920s Ashcan School Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Arthur MacMurrough: The Irish Charging Chieftain, Lithograph Published in 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
associated with medieval Ireland. The warrior is mounted on a spirited white horse, which is captured in mid
Category
Antique 1840s Prints
Materials
Paper
H 10.63 in W 7.09 in D 0 in
Guy Gee, Ireland (medium)
Located in Manchester, GB
Guy Gee, Ireland (medium)
Hand-engraved print on 350gsm on G.F Smith card
53 x 56cm (20 4/5 x 22 2
Category
2010s Contemporary Interior Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Second Version of the Triptych 1944 - Irish British Abstract
By Francis Bacon
Located in London, GB
This complete set of three lithographs in colours, comprising the triptych, are each hand signed in
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Pair of Horse Lithographs
By David Low
Located in New York, NY
"The Old-Irish Hunter." and "The Cleveland Bay." from "The Breeds of the Domestic Animals of the
Category
1840s Animal Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Print of Sailors at New Ireland, 1836
Located in Langweer, NL
casks at New Ireland, Papua. This print originates from M.G.L. Domeny de Rienzi's 'Oceanie, ou Cinquieme
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Large University Chart “Physical Map of Ireland” by Bacon
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Maps By G W Bacon,
This is colorful Physical map of Ireland, it is large lithograph set on Linen
Category
Early 20th Century International Style Posters
Materials
Linen
Griffin's 1955 Northern Ireland original map - Tourism - Geography
Located in PARIS, FR
Griffin's 1955 Northern Ireland map stands out as a captivating representation of the region's
Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Linen, Lithograph, Paper
Dublin, Ireland. Antique Map City Plan Chromolithograph, circa 1895
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Dublin'
Colour lithograph. 1895.
155mm by 250mm (sheet).
Late 19th century German lithograph
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian More Prints
Materials
Lithograph
WARRENPOINT AND THE MOUNTAINS (Ireland) original travel poster
By Margaret Horder
Located in Spokane, WA
Railway (railroad) lithograph poster.
Warrenpoint is a small, but beautiful town in County Down, Ireland
Category
1930s Art Deco Landscape Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.05 in
Antique Print of the Islands of Marken, New Ireland & Others, 1726
Located in Langweer, NL
showing panoramic views of the islands of Marken, the Groene islands, Sint Jans island and New Ireland, on
Category
Antique 18th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
The Last of His Race - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
and prolific illustrator of the 19th century in Europe who was born in Ireland and active in London
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Lineal Descent of the Crown - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1832
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
illustrator of the 19th century in Europe who was born in Ireland and active in London since 1822. For more
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 16.15 in W 11.82 in D 0.04 in
Irish Wolfhound, French hound dog chromolithograph print, 1930s
By P. Mahler
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
French chromolithograph, published in 1931. Signed by artist in the plate. Printed title lower right of sheet. Plate number top right. From a French series of illustrations of sporti...
Category
1930s Art Deco Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Irish Setter, French hound dog chromolithograph print, 1930s
By P. Mahler
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
French chromolithograph, published in 1931. Signed by artist in the plate. Printed title lower right of sheet. Plate number top right. From a French series of illustrations of sporti...
Category
1930s Art Deco Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Irish Water Spaniel, French hound, dog chromolithograph, 1930s
By P. Mahler
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
French chromolithograph, published in 1931. Signed by artist in the plate. Printed title lower right of sheet. Plate number top right. From a French series of illustrations of sporti...
Category
1930s Art Deco Animal Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Original political poster - Fight to live - IRA - Irish Republican Army
Located in PARIS, FR
From the 1960s onwards, Northern Ireland experienced a period of unparalleled violence and
Category
1980s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
H 24.41 in W 17.33 in
Print of the Bridge of Painshill & Windsor Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland, 1785
Located in Langweer, NL
lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of
Category
Antique 18th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 10.63 in W 16.15 in D 0 in
Antique Print of the Irish Horse by O. Eerelman (1898)
Located in Langweer, NL
lithographed plates based on paintings by Eerelman, which depict different breeds of draft horses. Made by an
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Fine Pair of Wonderfully Framed Lithographs
Located in Stamford, CT
William Matthew Hart (1830-1908) was an Irish-born English bird illustrator and lithographer who worked
Category
Early 20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Print of the Office of the Earl of Abercorn in Ireland or Scotland, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
October 1789), styled Lord Paisley from 1734 to 1736, was a Scottish and Irish peer. He inherited large
Category
Antique 18th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 21.66 in W 27.56 in D 0 in
Carrick-a-Rede, Coast of Antrim - Original Lithograph - Mid-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Century.
Original B/W Lithograph on Ivory Paper.
Inscripted on the lower central margin: Carrick-a-Rede
Category
Mid-19th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 5.12 in W 7.49 in D 0.04 in
A Game Of Political Shuttlecock – Reform Bill! - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
colored lithograph. Published by Thomas McLean, London (as printed on the lower center).
The artwork is
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 11.62 in W 16.15 in D 0.04 in
Old Antique Print of King Charles I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, 1805
Located in Langweer, NL
investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 0 in
Francis Bacon, signed 182/250 offset lithograph, study of the human body, 1980
By Francis Bacon
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
are as follows:
Francis Bacon (irish, 1909 – 1992)
Studies of the Human body, 1980
Offset lithograph
Category
20th Century Abstract Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 43.38 in W 32.63 in D 1 in
Antique Print of the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge in Northern Ireland, 1836
Located in Langweer, NL
Ballintoy in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'.
Artists and Engravers
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 7.29 in W 10.44 in D 0 in
Large Venezuelan Jewish Modernist Lithograph Menorah Judaica
By Marius Sznajderman
Located in Surfside, FL
drawings, woodcuts and lithographs to watercolor and acrylic paintings and collages. He produced still life
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
¡Viva Cuba Libre!, Pop Art Lithograph by Pierce Brosnan
Located in Long Island City, NY
by the letter 'U'." - Pierce Brosnan. A lithograph edition of a painting by famed James Bond actor
Category
Early 2000s Portrait Prints
Materials
Lithograph
For Auld Lang Syne - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
illustrator of the 19th century in Europe who was born in Ireland and active in London since 1822. For more
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
The Cat's Paw – Reform Bill! - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
The Cat's Paw is an original artwork realized by John Doyle in 1831.
Original colored lithograph
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 14.18 in W 11.42 in D 0.04 in
Original 1943 'Doughboys in Ireland' vintage movie poster, half-sheet
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage movie poster: Doughboys in Ireland, the 1943 Lew Landers romantic musical ("The
Category
1940s American Realist Portrait Prints
Materials
Offset
H 22 in W 28 in D 0.04 in
Irish Setters in the Field original etching by Leon Danchin
By Leon Danchin
Located in Paonia, CO
Irish Setters in the Field is an original etching by Leon Danchin showing two adult Irish Setters
Category
1930s Other Art Style Animal Prints
Materials
Etching
Large Venezuelan Modernist Lithograph "The Balcony #3" Color Print
By Marius Sznajderman
Located in Surfside, FL
drawings, woodcuts and lithographs to watercolor and acrylic paintings and collages. He produced still life
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Pierre Restany after Fernando Botero " The Walk " Lithograph, Limited Edition
By Fernando Botero
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite lithograph created in 1983 by Pierre Restany( French - 1930 - 2003) after the iconic
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 22 in W 18 in D 1.25 in
Handwriting Upon the Wall – Reform Bill! - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
and prolific illustrator of the 19th century in Europe who was born in Ireland and active in London
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 11.42 in W 16.15 in D 0.04 in
A very Prophetical and Pathetical Allegory - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
illustrator of the 19th century in Europe who was born in Ireland and active in London since 1822. For more
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 11.74 in W 16.15 in D 0.04 in
A Nocturnal Adventure – Reform Bill! - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
lithograph. Published by Thomas McLean, London (as printed on the lower left).
The artwork is from the
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 11.42 in W 16.15 in D 0.04 in
Set of Four Vintage German Cars Framed Color Lithographs Pictures, 1964
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Set of four framed and mounted color lithographs of four famous German Cars from the Veteran and
Category
20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in W 21.25 in D 16.5 in
Set of Four Vintage Classic Cars Framed Color Lithographs Pictures, 1964
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Set of four framed and mounted color lithographs of four famous Classic Cars from the Veteran and
Category
20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in W 21.25 in D 16.5 in
Set of Four Vintage Classic Cars Framed Color Lithographs Pictures, 1964
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Set of four framed and mounted color lithographs of four famous Classic Cars from the Veteran and
Category
20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in W 21.25 in D 16.5 in
BASKET DRAWING Signed Lithograph Free-form Abstract Drawing Graphite Pearl Blue
By Dale Chihuly
Located in Union City, NJ
signature abstract basket forms. This limited edition lithograph was printed in 8 colors on archival
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Set of Four Vintage English British Cars Framed Color Lithographs Pictures, 1964
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Set of four framed and mounted color lithographs of four famous English Cars from the Veteran and
Category
20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in W 21.25 in D 16.5 in
Set of Four Vintage Italian Italy Cars Framed Color Lithographs Pictures, 1964
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Set of four framed and mounted color lithographs of four famous Italian Cars from the Veteran and
Category
20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
H 16.5 in W 21.25 in D 16.5 in
Sam Colburn Carmel Artist Portrait, Signed Limited Edition Realist Lithograph
By Jack Coughlin 1
Located in Soquel, CA
Highly detailed and realistic portrait lithograph of the modernist watercolor artist Sam Colburn
Category
1980s Realist Portrait Prints
Materials
Ink, Paper, Lithograph
Albert Morrow's Illustrated Bits, 1897 Art Nouveau lithograph on Japon paper
Located in Chicago, IL
Stone lithograph of Albert Morrow’s Illustrated Bits, printed by Imprimerie Chaix (Ateliers Chéret
Category
1890s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
H 12.343 in W 8.19 in D 0.2 in
Bright Vibrant Pop Art Silkscreen Lithograph Print NYC Abstract Expressionist
By William Scharf
Located in Surfside, FL
Gallery of Art, Charleston, WV
1959 The National Gallery, Dublin, Ireland
1959 Reynolda House, Winston
Category
1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Screen
Sam's Breaghy Co Donegal - Scottish Impressionist 30's art oil painting Ireland
Located in London, GB
and flowers. He was also a lithographer, designer and etcher. He was educated at Larchfield School
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Venerable Spider And A Buzzing – Reform Bill! - Lithograph by J. Doyle - 1831
By John Doyle
Located in Roma, IT
.
Original colored lithograph. Published by Thomas McLean, London (as printed on the lower left).
The
Category
1830s Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 11.42 in W 14.18 in D 0.04 in
Kiki Smith Offset Lithograph Photograph "My Secret Business" Photo Litho Print
By Kiki Smith
Located in Surfside, FL
My Secret Business, 1992-1993
Duotone offset litho, Lithograph
Sheet measures 30.13'' x 22.5'' (76
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Photographic Film, Lithograph, Offset
Color Silkscreen Pop Art Lithograph Print Les Levine Canadian Pop Art Portrait
By Les Levine
Located in Surfside, FL
American Irish artist known as a pioneer of video art and as a conceptual artist working with mass
Category
1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Screen
Set Four Vintage American Cars Lithographs Pictures, 1964
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Set of four framed and mounted color lithographs of four famous American Cars from the Veteran and
Category
20th Century English Prints
Materials
Paper
VIntage Ib Andersen Lithograph for Izaak Walton "The Compleat Angler"
By Ib Andersen
Located in San Carlos, CA
Cool vintage offset lithograph printed in 1975 and designed by Danish artist Ib Andersen to
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Prints
Materials
Other
Samuel Pope QC, Vanity Fair legal chromolithograph of a judge, 1885
By Sir Leslie Ward
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Jumbo'
Vanity Fair legal portrait of Mr Samuel Pope QC, an Irish barrister.
Accompanied by
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
'Master of the Horse', Vanity Fair military army portrait chromolithograph, 1908
By Sir Leslie Ward
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
-Irish soldier and Liberal politician.
395mm by 265mm (sheet)
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Antique Print of a Native of the Bismarck Archipelago, Port of Carteret
Located in Langweer, NL
discoverer (1767) of the canal separating New Britannia from New Ireland.
Lithographed by Honegger. Most
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 12.29 in W 8.9 in D 0.02 in
Antique Print of a Native of the Port of Carteret, Bismarck Archipelago
Located in Langweer, NL
discoverer (1767) of the canal separating New Britannia from New Ireland.
Lithographed by Honegger. Most
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 12.72 in W 8.98 in D 0.02 in
Fin DAC Quansho Redux Screenprint Edition of only 2 Signed and Numbered Street
Located in Draper, UT
Born in Ireland and now based between Dublin and London, Fin DAC spends much of the time on the
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Screen
Portraits of the 1970s (Deluxe Edition + Slipcase, hand Signed by Andy Warhol)
By Andy Warhol
Located in New York, NY
Numbered by Warhol), 1979
Hand Signed and Numbered Hardback Monograph with 120 Bound offset lithographs and
Category
1970s Pop Art More Art
Materials
Paper, Ink, Mixed Media, Pencil, Lithograph, Offset, Board
H 9.5 in W 8.5 in D 2 in
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- What is an after lithograph?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An “after” lithograph, or after print, refers to a print that is made by an artist based on an original painting or a work by a different artist. For example, a lithographer could make an engraving based on a painting by Picasso, and the resulting print would be “after” Picasso. Shop a collection of after lithography from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a signed lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A 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.
- Is a lithograph an original?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No, 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.
- What is a numbered lithograph?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021When a lithograph is numbered by the artist, it means that this particular artwork is from a 'limited edition' series. As when the lithographs are not numbered, they would be from an open edition and the total number similar of artworks is unknown. When a lithograph is numbered it usually also comes hand-signed by the artist.
- What is a lithograph poster?1 Answer
International Fine Arts Consortium - IFAC ArtsMarch 22, 2021It's a print using an offset lithograph press. Although still used today it has been primarily replaced with digital printing. - What is an original lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021An 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.
- What is a color lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, 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.
- What is a genuine lithograph?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- Are Lithographs Valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, some pieces of Waterford crystal are now crafted in The House of Waterford Crystal in Waterford, Ireland. Most Waterford factories, however, are located in Eastern Europe. Shop a range of authentic Waterford crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are lithographs worth any money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Yes, some lithographs are worth money. The maker, the subject and the age of the piece will largely determine its value. Other factors that affect valuations include the quality of the paper, how well the print was executed and the market demand for similar pieces. To get an estimate of the value of a particular lithograph, consult a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable dealer. Find a selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.
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Like a lithograph, a serigraph (or screen print) is a print, but in this case, the image to be printed is stenciled onto fabric, instead of being painted onto a stone or metal plate, as in a lithograph.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an etching is that while both are types of prints, they are made using different techniques. With respect to lithography, the image to be printed is drawn or painted on a stone or metal plate 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. Afterward, the stone is covered with a sheet of paper and run through a press.
Etching is a way of incising lines in a metal plate by first drawing on an acid-resistant coating, or ground, to reveal the metal beneath. The plate is then submerged in acid, which “bites” the lines into the metal plate. The ground is then removed and the plate is inked for pressing.
Find a collection of lithographs for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023To tell a lithograph from an original, look for the signature. On originals, the signature will usually be on the back, while a lithograph will showcase the artist's mark on the front. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of lithographs from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A limited edition lithograph, or offset lithograph, is a mechanical reproduction of an existing artwork. The reproduction is usually not done by the artist themself, though sometimes might be signed by them after printing. You’ll find a variety of limited edition lithographs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Did Renoir make lithographs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the famed artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir experimented with lithographs and etchings in the later part of his life. He made 59 of these prints with about half of them being lithographs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few things to look for in a vintage lithograph. First, check for a signature to determine the artist. Another check is to examine the print with a magnifying glass. There will be a dot pattern from the tooth of the surface it was drawn on. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage lithograph artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022On a lithograph, "EA" means épreuve d'artiste. It indicates that the lithograph was an artist's proof. The printmaker likely produced it for their own collection or to test the printing process. "EA" prints were not meant to be sold or distributed to the public. You'll find a wide selection of lithographs on 1stDibs.