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Nu - Original Etching, Modern Style, Artist's Proof, 1941, Unframed

Nu - Original Etching, Modern Style, Artist's Proof, 1941, Unframed

By Jean Fautrier

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed. Artist's proof. Image Dimensions : 16 x 28 cm This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago by an artis...

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1940s Modern Abstract Prints

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Etching

"Caring for a Surrealist Watch" Etching & Photolithograph, Artist's Proof, 1971
"Caring for a Surrealist Watch" Etching & Photolithograph, Artist's Proof, 1971

"Caring for a Surrealist Watch" Etching & Photolithograph, Artist's Proof, 1971

By Salvador Dalí­

Located in Astoria, NY

Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989), "Caring for a Surrealist Watch", Etching and Photolithograph in Colors on Arches paper, 1971, from the "Memories of Surrealism" suite, published T...

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1970s Surrealist Landscape Prints

Materials

Photo-lithograph, Paper, Etching

"Still Life" - Etching in Ink on Paper (Artist's Proof)

"Still Life" - Etching in Ink on Paper (Artist's Proof)

By Doris Warner

Located in Soquel, CA

Still life etching with jars by Doris Ann Warner (American, 1925-2010). Four jars sit on a countertop. Overlapping fabric patterns like cheesecloth are used to create shadows and tex...

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1980s American Impressionist Interior Prints

Materials

Paper, Ink, Etching

Greenwich Window I Etching, Aquatint, 2010+, Artist Proof, 15x10 cm
Greenwich Window I Etching, Aquatint, 2010+, Artist Proof, 15x10 cm

Greenwich Window I Etching, Aquatint, 2010+, Artist Proof, 15x10 cm

Located in Bournemouth, Dorset

Joanna Irvin Greenwich Window 1 Etching A/P Image: 15 x 10 Mount 27.0 x 22.0 cm Joanna Irvin - Joanna was born in Aberdeen and spent her childhood in Scotland and Ireland. She stud...

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2010s Interior Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Untitled, from Serie Rosa (R. & R. E-30)

Untitled, from Serie Rosa (R. & R. E-30)

By Lucio Fontana

Located in London, GB

E-30), 1966 Signed and numbered 4/50 in pencil (there were also a few artist's proofs) Etching and aquatint, on BFK Rives paper, the full sheet 75.5 x 56 cm 29 3/4 x 22 inches Editio...

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1960s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper, Etching, Aquatint

1884 The Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe
1884 The Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe

1884 The Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe

Located in Bath, GB

Limited edition, numbered 14 of 150 copies printed with proof etchings on Japanese paper. With the bookplate of Robert Hyde Greg to the front pastedown of all volumes.

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Antique 1880s British Books

Materials

Paper

Working Proof, Pop Art Intaglio Etching and Aquatint by Jean Sariano
Working Proof, Pop Art Intaglio Etching and Aquatint by Jean Sariano

Working Proof, Pop Art Intaglio Etching and Aquatint by Jean Sariano

By Jean Sariano

Located in Long Island City, NY

Jean Sariano, Algerian/American (1943 - ) - Working Proof, Year: 1979, Medium: Intaglio Etching and Aquatint, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 300, Image Size: 18.5 x 16.5 i...

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1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

L’Incontro - Modern Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1961, 44.5x31 cm
L’Incontro - Modern Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1961, 44.5x31 cm

L’Incontro - Modern Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1961, 44.5x31 cm

By Marino Marini

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed and numbered by artist with pencil. Edition of 20 Artist's Proofs in Roman Numbers. Image dimensions: 44.5 x 31 cm This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing leg...

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1960s Modern Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House
Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House

Tom Brittain Original Signed Sepia Etching Victorian House

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Signed in front and on the back Artist Proof Etching 8 inch by 6.5 inch Frame 14 by 12

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Late 20th Century English Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paper

La Boite Etching, Modern Abstract Print, Signed Artist's Proof, 1940s

La Boite Etching, Modern Abstract Print, Signed Artist's Proof, 1940s

By Jean Fautrier

Located in Roma, IT

Hand signed. Artist's proof. Edition Couturier. Printed by Jacques David, Paris. Jean Fautrier was a French painter, printmaker, illustrator and sculptor. He was one of the most impo...

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1940s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Etching “Head”, Rafael Canogar, author's proof, 1987 Spain
Etching “Head”, Rafael Canogar, author's proof, 1987 Spain

Etching “Head”, Rafael Canogar, author's proof, 1987 Spain

Located in Valladolid, ES

Technical Data Technique: Etching on paper Title of the work: “Head” Artist: Rafael Canogar Numbering: Artist's proof Year: 1987 Country of origin: Spain Provenance: Private collecti...

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Vintage 1980s English Arts and Crafts Paintings

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Paper

Etching “Head”, Rafael Canogar, author's proof, 1987 Spain
Etching “Head”, Rafael Canogar, author's proof, 1987 Spain

Etching “Head”, Rafael Canogar, author's proof, 1987 Spain

Located in Valladolid, ES

Technical Data Technique: Etching on paper Title of the work: “Head” Artist: Rafael Canogar Numbering: Artist's proof Year: 1987 Country of origin: Spain Provenance: Private collecti...

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1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper

"Le Chateau de Gala" Surrealist Drypoint Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1974
"Le Chateau de Gala" Surrealist Drypoint Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1974

"Le Chateau de Gala" Surrealist Drypoint Etching, Signed Artist's Proof, 1974

By Salvador Dalí­

Located in Astoria, NY

Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989), "Le Chateau de Gala" [Gala's Castle], Drypoint Etching with Pochoir coloring on Japan paper, 1974, from After 50 Years of Surrealism, published At...

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1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Washi Paper, Drypoint, Etching

c.1830 Exquisite Antique English Etching Artist Proof
c.1830 Exquisite Antique English Etching Artist Proof

c.1830 Exquisite Antique English Etching Artist Proof

Located in Highwood, IL

English etching artist proof. The bottom reads as follows: Printed by Henry Fradelle and engraved by Thomas Lupton.

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Antique 19th Century English Romantic Prints

Materials

Paper

"Wee Fun, " a Relief Etching Artist Proof II signed by Joseph Rozman
"Wee Fun, " a Relief Etching Artist Proof II signed by Joseph Rozman

"Wee Fun, " a Relief Etching Artist Proof II signed by Joseph Rozman

By Joseph Rozman

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Wee Fun" is Joseph Rozman's second artist's proof of a relief etching. The piece is in black and white and depicts many intricate interactions between figures, animals, and objects.

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1960s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Working Proof

Working Proof

By Jean Sariano

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Jean Sariano Title: Working Proof Year: 1979 Medium: Intaglio Etching with Aquatint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 300 Paper Size: 25 x 21 inches

Category

1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Ruth Leaf, Dowager, Embossed Screenprint, Etching, Artist Proof Signed
Ruth Leaf, Dowager, Embossed Screenprint, Etching, Artist Proof Signed

Ruth Leaf, Dowager, Embossed Screenprint, Etching, Artist Proof Signed

By Ruth Leaf

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Ruth Leaf, Dowager, signed, titled and artist proof (AP) in pencil, embossed color etching and aquatint on wove paper.

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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Art

Materials

Paper

Indian Without Reservations
Indian Without Reservations

Indian Without Reservations

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Chris Orr (British, b. 1943) Indian Without Reservations, 1968. Artist's proof etching, composed of four scenes. Edition of 30 with 5 Artist's proof, of which this is #2.

Category

1960s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

1980's Gail Packer (American), Signed & Framed Aquatint Etching, Artist's Proof
1980's Gail Packer (American), Signed & Framed Aquatint Etching, Artist's Proof

1980's Gail Packer (American), Signed & Framed Aquatint Etching, Artist's Proof

By Gail Packer 1

Located in Morristown, NJ

Artist’s Proofs are often considered more valuable by collectors due to their limited availability.

Category

Vintage 1980s American American Classical Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Red Expulsion (Artist Proof)
Red Expulsion (Artist Proof)

Red Expulsion (Artist Proof)

By Shirley Gorelick

Located in New York, NY

Susan Gorelick (American, 1924-2000), "Red Expulsion" A/P, Abstract Etching signed, titled and numbered in Pencil, 19.50 x 27.88 (Image: 17.25 x 23.50) Late 20th Century Colors: Ora...

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Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed
Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Framed under glass, a Ernest D. Roth Etching signed in plate and by hand. In plate signature reads, E D Roth Pont Neuf Paris. By hand signature on lower right below etching reads,...

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Vintage 1910s American Late Victorian Drawings

Materials

Paper

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed
Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

Frederick Keppel Etching Mansion in Woods, Ernst D. Roth Artist Proof Signed

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Framed under glass, a Ernest D. Roth Etching signed in plate and by hand. In plate signature reads, E D Roth 1914 Charters. By hand signature on lower right below etching reads, E...

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Vintage 1910s American Late Victorian Drawings

Materials

Paper

“Woman with Beast”
“Woman with Beast”

“Woman with Beast”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Black and white original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1930s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

“Figure with Large Brain”
“Figure with Large Brain”

“Figure with Large Brain”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

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1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

“The Bird”
“The Bird”

“The Bird”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

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1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

“Chorus Boys”
“Chorus Boys”

“Chorus Boys”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Black and white original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1930s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

“Woman Riding Horse”
“Woman Riding Horse”

“Woman Riding Horse”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

“Untitled”
“Untitled”

“Untitled”

By Nahum Tschacbasov

Located in Southampton, NY

Hand colored original artist proof etching by the well known Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Etching

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Proof Etchings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of proof etchings is available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Pop Art, Modern or Contemporary 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. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add proof etchings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, white, beige, brown and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Jean Sariano, Salvador Dalí, Francisco Goya, François Houtin and Gene Kloss are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in etching, aquatint and intaglio — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Proof Etchings?

Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — proof etchings in our inventory begin at $100 and can go as high as $135,000, while the average can fetch as much as $600.

Finding the Right Prints-works-on-paper 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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