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Gathering of Happy Clowns, Modern Art Lithograph by Marcel Marceau

Gathering of Happy Clowns, Modern Art Lithograph by Marcel Marceau

By Marcel Marceau

Located in Long Island City, NY

Marcel Marceau, French (1923 - 2007) - Gathering of Happy Clowns, Portfolio: Le Troisieme Oeil (The Third Eye), Year: 1981, Medium: Lithograph on Arches Paper, signed and numbered...

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1980s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

"1974 Lithograph Exhibition Poster of The Four Seasons, Modern Style"

"1974 Lithograph Exhibition Poster of The Four Seasons, Modern Style"

By Marc Chagall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This 1974 poster, printed by Mourlot and published by The First National Bank of Chicago, was created to commemorate the unveiling of Marc Chagall’s large mosaic at the Four Seasons,...

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1970s Modern Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Bound Man, Modern Art Lithograph by Sandro Chia
Bound Man, Modern Art Lithograph by Sandro Chia

Bound Man, Modern Art Lithograph by Sandro Chia

By Sandro Chia

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Sandro Chia, Italian (1946 - ) Title: Bound Man Year: 1983 Medium: Lithograph, numbered in white pencil (blindstamp) Edition: 75 Size: 31 x 26 in. (78.74 x 66.04 cm)

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1980s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Femme Nue Couchée et Joueur de Flûte, Lithograph, Modern, 1967, Framed
Femme Nue Couchée et Joueur de Flûte, Lithograph, Modern, 1967, Framed

Femme Nue Couchée et Joueur de Flûte, Lithograph, Modern, 1967, Framed

By Pablo Picasso

Located in OPOLE, PL

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) - Femme nue couchée et joueur de flûte Lithograph from 1967. With two watermarks - one of the paper, second of the publisher. Dimensions of work: 41.5 x ...

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1960s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

La Fille - Signed Lithograph, Modern Style, Circa 1920s, 125 Ed.

La Fille - Signed Lithograph, Modern Style, Circa 1920s, 125 Ed.

By Georges Rouault

Located in Roma, IT

Original lithograph, edited in 100+25 pieces numbered and hand signed. 3rd statem, the first with monogram printed on plate lower left. Very good conditions. Published in the Catalog...

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1920s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Sleeping Car, Lithograph, American Modern Style, Late 20th Century
Sleeping Car, Lithograph, American Modern Style, Late 20th Century

Sleeping Car, Lithograph, American Modern Style, Late 20th Century

By James L. Hendershot

Located in New Orleans, LA

Associated American Artists published "Sleeping Car" by James Hendershot. This image shows a rail car filled with passengers and conductors. This exhibition celebrates J. L. Henders...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

La Seine I, Modern Art Framed Lithograph by Bernard Buffet

La Seine I, Modern Art Framed Lithograph by Bernard Buffet

By Bernard Buffet

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Bernard Buffet, French (1928 - 1999) Title: La Seine I Year: 1968 Medium: Lithograph, signed in the plate Size: 25.5 x 19.5 in. (64.77 x 49.53 cm) Frame Size: 31 x 25.5 inches

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1960s Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

The Drunkard Color Lithograph, Modern Style, Mid-20th Century, Signed

The Drunkard Color Lithograph, Modern Style, Mid-20th Century, Signed

By Antoine de saint Exupery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This limited edition color lithograph, titled The Drunkard, beautifully recreates the iconic watercolors from the beloved book Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Each prin...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Ohio Artist Modern Americana Patriotic Uncle Sam Lithograph American Flag
Ohio Artist Modern Americana Patriotic Uncle Sam Lithograph American Flag

Ohio Artist Modern Americana Patriotic Uncle Sam Lithograph American Flag

By Sid Chafetz

Located in Surfside, FL

a magnificent contemporary American art piece. On deckle edged art paper. This is from a large collection of his pieces. Sid Chafetz (1922-) Born in Providence Rhode Island, Sid C...

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1990s Modern Figurative Prints

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Archival Paper, Lithograph

Israeli Modern City of David Lithograph David Sharir
Israeli Modern City of David Lithograph David Sharir

Israeli Modern City of David Lithograph David Sharir

By David Sharir

Located in Surfside, FL

David Sharir was born in 1938 in Tel Aviv, Israel and currently resides there. David Sharir, the son of Russian immigrants, was born in Israel. Beginning his study of art in Tel Aviv...

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20th Century Contemporary Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

"The Tempest" Lithograph by Marc Chagall, Modern Style, 1975, Unframed
"The Tempest" Lithograph by Marc Chagall, Modern Style, 1975, Unframed

"The Tempest" Lithograph by Marc Chagall, Modern Style, 1975, Unframed

By Marc Chagall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Image and Paper Size: 19.75 x 26 inches ( 50.165 x 66.04 cm ) Condition: A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling Additional Details: "The Tempest" is an original lithograph on A...

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1970s Modern Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Casita de Campo Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 32/50
Casita de Campo Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 32/50

Casita de Campo Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 32/50

By Emilio Sanchez

Located in New York, NY

Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) created this color lithograph entitled “Casita de Campo” in 1998. This signed impression came to us directly from the Sanchez estate. Estate stamped on ver...

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1990s American Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

Night Signs Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 1972, 22/30
Night Signs Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 1972, 22/30

Night Signs Color Lithograph, American Modern, Signed, 1972, 22/30

By Richard Florsheim

Located in New York, NY

Richard Florsheim created this color lithograph entitled “Night Signs” in 1972 in an edition of 30 pieces. This impression is signed and inscribed “22/30.” It is in good condition wi...

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Late 20th Century American Modern More Prints

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Lithograph

Le Jeu Lithograph by Fernand Léger, Modern 20th Century Art

Le Jeu Lithograph by Fernand Léger, Modern 20th Century Art

By Fernand Léger

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This reproduction lithograph, titled Le Jeu by Fernand Léger, is a beautifully crafted piece printed on high-quality ARCHES paper. Originally created in 1948, this lithograph capture...

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20th Century Modern Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

La Liberte des Mers, Modern Abstract Lithograph by Georges Braque
La Liberte des Mers, Modern Abstract Lithograph by Georges Braque

La Liberte des Mers, Modern Abstract Lithograph by Georges Braque

By Georges Braque

Located in Long Island City, NY

Georges Braque, French (1882 - 1963) - La Liberte des Mers, Year: 1959, Medium: Lithograph on Japon Nacre, Edition: 250, Image Size: 17.5 x 11.5 inches, Size: 22 x 15 in. (55.88 x 3...

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1950s Modern Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Lino-Litho Planche VII, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed
Lino-Litho Planche VII, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed

Lino-Litho Planche VII, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed

By Pierre Alechinsky

Located in OPOLE, PL

Pierre Alechinsky (1927) - Lino-Litho, Planche VII Lithograph from 1970. The edition Bon à tirer on Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 38 x 54.5 cm. Hand signed. Publisher: Jacqu...

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1970s Surrealist More Prints

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Lithograph

Lino-Litho Planche VI, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed
Lino-Litho Planche VI, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed

Lino-Litho Planche VI, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed

By Pierre Alechinsky

Located in OPOLE, PL

Pierre Alechinsky (1927) - Lino-Litho, Planche VI Lithograph from 1970. The edition Bon à tirer on Arches paper.. Dimensions of work: 38 x 54.5 cm. Hand signed. Publisher: Jacqu...

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1970s Surrealist More Prints

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Lithograph

L'Ecuyère Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, Edition of 25, 1920
L'Ecuyère Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, Edition of 25, 1920

L'Ecuyère Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, Edition of 25, 1920

By Georges Rouault

Located in Roma, IT

L'Ecuyere is a beautiful original lithograph realized by Georges Rouault in 1920. Hand-signed and numbered by the artist in pencil. Edition of 25 prints. 5th ad final state of a s...

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1920s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

The Cockade Original Lithograph by Bettino Craxi, Modern, Signed, 1989

The Cockade Original Lithograph by Bettino Craxi, Modern, Signed, 1989

By Bettino Craxi

Located in Roma, IT

The Cockade is an original lithograph on paper realized by the Italian politician Bettino Craxi in 1989. Original lithograph on paper. Hand-signed in pencil on the lower right c...

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1980s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Le Petite Plage Lithograph, Modern Style, Mid-20th Century, Unframed

Le Petite Plage Lithograph, Modern Style, Mid-20th Century, Unframed

By Bernard Buffet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Printed as one of 11 lithographs included in the 1967 publication "Bernard Buffet: Lithographs 1952- 1966." Produced in cooperation with Fernand Mourlot, this was a catalogue of all ...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Woman with Red Hair Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 2007 Edition

Woman with Red Hair Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 2007 Edition

By Egon Schiele

Located in Roma, IT

Red-Haired Girl with Spread Legs is a beautiful lithograph from the portfolio "Erotica" by Egon Schiele. It is a reproduction of the homonym painting realized in gouache, watercolor,...

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Early 2000s Modern Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Woman with Red Hair Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 2007 Edition

Woman with Red Hair Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 2007 Edition

By Egon Schiele

Located in Roma, IT

Red-Haired Girl with Spread Legs is a beautiful lithograph from the portfolio "Erotica" by Egon Schiele. It is a reproduction of the homonym painting realized in gouache, watercolor,...

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Early 2000s Modern Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Lamp Lithograph by Bernard Buffet, Modern Style, Signed, 1954, 15/175
Lamp Lithograph by Bernard Buffet, Modern Style, Signed, 1954, 15/175

Lamp Lithograph by Bernard Buffet, Modern Style, Signed, 1954, 15/175

By Bernard Buffet

Located in Roma, IT

Lamp is an original artwork realized by Bernard Buffet in 1954. Color lithograph on wove paper. Hand Signed "Bernard Buffet" on the lower right margin. Numbered on the lower left. ...

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1950s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Still Life With Fruit Lithograph, Modern Style, 20th Century, Unframed

Still Life With Fruit Lithograph, Modern Style, 20th Century, Unframed

By Bernard Buffet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An original Mourlot edition of Bernard Buffets groundbreaking still life, "Still Life With Fruit". The still life depicts cherries and a cocktail glass. Printed as one of 11 lithogr...

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20th Century Modern Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Figure of Man Lithograph, Modern Style, Circa 1930, Unframed, Good

Figure of Man Lithograph, Modern Style, Circa 1930, Unframed, Good

By Jean Cocteau

Located in Roma, IT

Figure of Man is a Colored lithograph realized by Jean Cocteau (1889 -1963) in 1930 ca.  French draftsman, poet, essayist, playwright, librettist, film director. Good conditions. ...

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1930s Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Lithograph

Lino-Litho Planche IV, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed
Lino-Litho Planche IV, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed

Lino-Litho Planche IV, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1970, Signed

By Pierre Alechinsky

Located in OPOLE, PL

Pierre Alechinsky (1927) - Lino-Litho, Planche IV Lithograph from 1970. Edition HC, dedicated to Jacques (Putman), who was the publisher of the series. Dimensions of work: 38 x 54...

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1970s Surrealist More Prints

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Lithograph

Tiendelitas Color Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 1967 Edition 21/50
Tiendelitas Color Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 1967 Edition 21/50

Tiendelitas Color Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 1967 Edition 21/50

By Emilio Sanchez

Located in New York, NY

Emilio Sanchez (1921-1999) created this color lithograph entitled “TIENDECITAS” in 1967. This impression is signed, titled, and inscribed “21/50” in pencil. The printed image size 1...

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1960s Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

Signed Portrait of Camille Lithograph, Modern Style, Late 20th Century

Signed Portrait of Camille Lithograph, Modern Style, Late 20th Century

By (after) Georges Rouault

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This lithograph, titled Portrait of Camille, is a significant work by the French Fauvist artist Georges Rouault. Executed with precision by lithographer Daniel Jacomet, this print is...

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Late 20th Century Modern Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Le Vieux Roi Lithograph by Picasso, Modern Style, Signed, 1959 Edition
Le Vieux Roi Lithograph by Picasso, Modern Style, Signed, 1959 Edition

Le Vieux Roi Lithograph by Picasso, Modern Style, Signed, 1959 Edition

By Pablo Picasso

Located in OPOLE, PL

Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) - Le vieux Roi (Old King) Lithograph from 1959. The edition of 35/200 on Arches paper, signed in blue crayon. Dimensions of work: 64.5 x 49.5 cm. Hand s...

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1950s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Eve is Condemned by God, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1960, Excellent
Eve is Condemned by God, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1960, Excellent

Eve is Condemned by God, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1960, Excellent

By Marc Chagall

Located in OPOLE, PL

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Eve is Condemned by God Original Lithograph from 1960. Dimensions of work: 35 x 26 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Reference: Mourlot 236. On the revers...

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1960s Symbolist More Prints

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Lithograph

Meeting of Ruth and Boaz, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1960, Excellent
Meeting of Ruth and Boaz, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1960, Excellent

Meeting of Ruth and Boaz, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1960, Excellent

By Marc Chagall

Located in OPOLE, PL

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Meeting of Ruth and Boaz Original Lithograph from 1960. Dimensions of work: 35 x 26 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Reference: Mourlot 247. On the rever...

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Lithograph

Untitled Figure Lithograph by Morris Cox, Modern Style, Signed, 1983
Untitled Figure Lithograph by Morris Cox, Modern Style, Signed, 1983

Untitled Figure Lithograph by Morris Cox, Modern Style, Signed, 1983

By Morris Cox

Located in Bournemouth, Dorset

Morris Cox (1903-1998) Untitled Figure 1983 Image: 41.0 x 19.5 cm Frame: 57.5 x 35.5 cm Signed Provenance: Morris Cox Archive Morris Cox (1903-1998) Was a writer, poet, printmake...

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1980s Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

Piensas de las Mujeres Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 1976, Framed
Piensas de las Mujeres Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 1976, Framed

Piensas de las Mujeres Lithograph, Modern Style, Signed, 1976, Framed

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

La litografia va firmada a mano por el artista en la parte inferior Es una prueba de artista P/A Año: 1976 Titulada "Piensas de las mujeres" Medidas de la litografía (solo imagen...

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1970s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

La Perruche et la Sirène, Lithograph, Modern, 1958, Framed, Excellent
La Perruche et la Sirène, Lithograph, Modern, 1958, Framed, Excellent

La Perruche et la Sirène, Lithograph, Modern, 1958, Framed, Excellent

By Henri Matisse

Located in OPOLE, PL

Henri Matisse (1869-1954) - La Perruche et la Sirène Lithograph from 1958. Dimensions of work: 78 x 35.5 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Each copy of this Lithograph was originall...

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1950s Surrealist More Prints

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Lithograph

L'Arbre Vert aux Amoureu, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1980, Framed
L'Arbre Vert aux Amoureu, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1980, Framed

L'Arbre Vert aux Amoureu, Original Lithograph, Modern, 1980, Framed

By Marc Chagall

Located in OPOLE, PL

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - L'Arbre Vert aux Amoureux Lithograph from 1980. Edition epruve d'exposition. Dimensions of work: 65 x 50 cm. Reference: Chagall Lithograph [VI], André ...

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1970s Symbolist More Prints

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Lithograph

Place de la Concorde, Modern Art Lithograph by Bernard Buffet
Place de la Concorde, Modern Art Lithograph by Bernard Buffet

Place de la Concorde, Modern Art Lithograph by Bernard Buffet

By Bernard Buffet

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Bernard Buffet, French (1928 - 1999) Title: Place de la Concorde Year: 1968 Medium: Lithograph, signed in the plate Size: 25.5 x 19.5 in. (64.77 x 49.53 cm) Frame Size: ...

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1960s Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

Modern Art - Lithograph (Les Maîtres de l'Affiche), 1895
Modern Art - Lithograph (Les Maîtres de l'Affiche), 1895

Modern Art - Lithograph (Les Maîtres de l'Affiche), 1895

By Arthur Wesley Dow

Located in Paris, IDF

Arthur Wesley DOW (1857-1922) Modern Art Lithograph Printed signature in the plate On vellum Size 39 x 29 cm (c. 15.3 x 11.4") INFORMATION : Plate 36 of "Les Maîtres de l'Affiche"...

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1890s Art Nouveau Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

La Ruse de Dorcon Lithograph, Modern, 1961, Signed, Framed
La Ruse de Dorcon Lithograph, Modern, 1961, Signed, Framed

La Ruse de Dorcon Lithograph, Modern, 1961, Signed, Framed

By Marc Chagall

Located in OPOLE, PL

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - La Ruse de Dorcon, from Daphnis et Chloé Lithograph from 1961. The edition of 59/60 with wide margins. Dimensions of work: 53.7 x 37.8 cm. Hand signed....

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1960s Symbolist More Prints

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Lithograph

La Révolution Française, Original Lithographs, Portfolio, Modern, 1977, Signed
La Révolution Française, Original Lithographs, Portfolio, Modern, 1977, Signed

La Révolution Française, Original Lithographs, Portfolio, Modern, 1977, Signed

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Bernard Buffet (1928–1999, France) Portfolio: La Révolution Française 1789, 1977 Bernard Buffet’s La Révolution Française 1789 (1977) is a striking portfolio of ten color lithograph...

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1970s Expressionist More Prints

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Lithograph

Pastel Landscape: Impressionist Farmhouse, Signed Lithograph Modern Monet Style
Pastel Landscape: Impressionist Farmhouse, Signed Lithograph Modern Monet Style

Pastel Landscape: Impressionist Farmhouse, Signed Lithograph Modern Monet Style

By Nell Revel-Smith

Located in Union City, NJ

Pastel Landscape: Impressionist Farmhouse is an original hand drawn (not digitally or photo reproduced) limited edition lithograph by the American artist Nell Revel Smith from Leland...

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1980s Impressionist Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

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Modern Lithographs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of modern lithographs is available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Modern, Abstract or Surrealist examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful pieces of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the modern lithographs on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, beige, brown, white and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró and Jean Cocteau are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph, paper and offset print. Not every interior allows for large iterations of these items, so small modern lithographs measuring 0.1 inches across are available.

How Much are Modern Lithographs?

Prices for pieces in our collection of modern lithographs start at $49 and top out at $170,000 with the average selling for $833.

A Close Look at Modern Art

The first decades of the 20th century were a period of artistic upheaval, with modern art movements including Cubism, Surrealism, Futurism and Dadaism questioning centuries of traditional views of what art should be. Using abstraction, experimental forms and interdisciplinary techniques, painters, sculptors, photographers, printmakers and performance artists all pushed the boundaries of creative expression.

Major exhibitions, like the 1913 Armory Show in New York City — also known as the “International Exhibition of Modern Art,” in which works like the radically angular Nude Descending a Staircase by Marcel Duchamp caused a sensation — challenged the perspective of viewers and critics and heralded the arrival of modern art in the United States. But the movement’s revolutionary spirit took shape in the 19th century.

The Industrial Revolution, which ushered in new technology and cultural conditions across the world, transformed art from something mostly commissioned by the wealthy or the church to work that responded to personal experiences. The Impressionist style emerged in 1860s France with artists like Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne and Edgar Degas quickly painting works that captured moments of light and urban life. Around the same time in England, the Pre-Raphaelites, like Edward Burne-Jones and Dante Gabriel Rossetti, borrowed from late medieval and early Renaissance art to imbue their art with symbolism and modern ideas of beauty.

Emerging from this disruption of the artistic status quo, modern art went further in rejecting conventions and embracing innovation. The bold legacy of leading modern artists Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Salvador Dalí, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Marc Chagall, Piet Mondrian and many others continues to inform visual culture today.

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Finding the Right Prints And Multiples for You

Decorating with fine art prints — whether they’re figurative prints, abstract prints or another variety — has always been a practical way of bringing a space to life as well as bringing works by an artist you love into your home.

Pursued in the 1960s and ’70s, largely by Pop artists drawn to its associations with mass production, advertising, packaging and seriality, as well as those challenging the primacy of the Abstract Expressionist brushstroke, printmaking was embraced in the 1980s by painters and conceptual artists ranging from David Salle and Elizabeth Murray to Adrian Piper and Sherrie Levine.

Printmaking is the transfer of an image from one surface to another. An artist takes a material like stone, metal, wood or wax, carves, incises, draws or otherwise marks it with an image, inks or paints it and then transfers the image to a piece of paper or other material.

Fine art prints are frequently confused with their more commercial counterparts. After all, our closest connection to the printed image is through mass-produced newspapers, magazines and books, and many people don’t realize that even though prints are editions, they start with an original image created by an artist with the intent of reproducing it in a small batch. Fine art prints are created in strictly limited editions — 20 or 30 or maybe 50 — and are always based on an image created specifically to be made into an edition.

Many people think of revered Dutch artist Rembrandt as a painter but may not know that he was a printmaker as well. His prints have been preserved in time along with the work of other celebrated printmakers such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí and Andy Warhol. These fine art prints are still highly sought after by collectors.

“It’s another tool in the artist’s toolbox, just like painting or sculpture or anything else that an artist uses in the service of mark making or expressing him- or herself,” says International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA) vice president Betsy Senior, of New York’s Betsy Senior Fine Art, Inc.

Because artist’s editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, they’re more accessible and can be a great opportunity to bring a variety of colors, textures and shapes into a space.

For tight corners, select small fine art prints as opposed to the oversized bold piece you’ll hang as a focal point in the dining area. But be careful not to choose something that is too big for your space. And feel free to lean into it if need be — not every work needs picture-hanging hooks. Leaning a larger fine art print against the wall behind a bookcase can add a stylish installation-type dynamic to your living room. (Read more about how to arrange wall art here.)

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