What if a print is signed but not numbered?

If a print is signed but not numbered, it may be an artist’s proof. Also called an AP, an artist’s proof is a print that the artist makes to test the printing process or for personal use and is not intended for sale. A signed but unnumbered print may also be a publisher's proof, a print that the publisher uses to assess image quality during the printing process. Find a wide variety of art prints on 1stDibs.

Are numbered prints valuable?

Whether numbered prints are valuable varies. Having a number doesn't necessarily indicate that a print will sell at a high price point. However, numbering can indicate that a print is original, which can have a positive effect on its value. Factors that determine how much a print is worth include its age, maker, the quality of the image, the condition of the paper and the number of prints produced in the series. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of art prints.

What is a signed print?

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Are numbered prints worth money?

Yes, some numbered prints are worth money. Often, numbered pieces are original prints produced in a limited quantity. Because only a select number of prints were produced, they may appreciate in value over time. However, the artist, age, image quality, condition and other characteristics will largely determine the potential value of numbered prints. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can inspect your print and give you an idea of how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of art prints.

What is a good number for limited edition prints?

What is a good number for limited edition prints depends on what you mean by good. If you're wondering how many prints in a series are best from a collector's standpoint, the smaller the number of prints, the more valuable the individual pieces are likely to be. In other words, the prints in a run of 30 will be rarer than a run of 100, so it is possible that the smaller run will be more valuable. If by "good" you mean which number in a particular series is best to buy, the answer is that there really isn't a better number. The print marked 1/30 and the one marked 30/30 will be identical and of equal value, assuming they are kept in similar condition. However, when a gallery sells prints in numerical order, the price may go up as the prints sell. In that case, you may pay more for print 30/30 than the buyer for 1/30 did. As the price increases, the extra amount paid could mean a lower return on investment. Shop a large collection of art prints on 1stDibs.

Are numbered art prints worth anything?

Yes, numbered art prints may be worth something. The artist who produced the print and its age, subject matter, image condition and overall condition all contribute to its value. In addition, the number of prints that were in the series will also influence a piece's potential value. If you have a numbered print, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can help you determine how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of art prints.

Are signed prints worth anything?

Similar to other artwork, hand-signed prints are more valuable than art that hasn't been signed by the artist. Where the signature is located does not have an effect on the value.

Is it worth buying signed prints?

Many art lovers believe that buying signed prints is worth it. Signed prints, especially hand-signed rather than plate-signed signatures, are often part of limited edition series. As a result, they may increase in value over time. Plus, compared to paintings, prints tend to be more affordable, making it possible to build a collection of art with less of an investment. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Shop a wide range of signed prints and other art on 1stDibs.

Is it worth buying a signed print?

Many art lovers believe that a signed print is worth buying. Art prints make it possible to build a collection of art at a lower price than what you'd typically expect to pay for paintings, and you can choose from thousands of options. Signed prints are particularly desirable because they often translate to added value on the secondary market, particularly when the artist signed them by hand. However, whether or not it's worth investing in signed art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find art prints and other art on 1stDibs.

Are plate signed prints worth anything?

Whether plate-signed prints are worth anything depends on the artist, the rarity of the piece, its condition and other factors. While artists’ editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, and so new collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point, accessibility, however, does not mean prints appreciate at a different pace from other mediums. The market for paintings increases parallel to the prints market (and a signed work may be more valuable to collectors than an unsigned print). A certified appraiser or art industry professional can evaluate specific prints and determine their value. On 1stDibs, shop a range of prints from some of the world’s top galleries.

How much is a signed Picasso print worth?

A signed Picasso print can be worth quite a bit of money. In 2022, a signed print titled "Le Repas frugal" ("The Frugal Repast") by the revolutionary Spanish artist sold for $8 million.While a Cubist painting by the artist sold for $179 million in 2015, the price range for original Pablo Picasso prints is vast. A signed Picasso print can garner millions of dollars at auction, even as a lesser-known lithograph might sell for somewhere in the low five figures.It's important to note that determining the value of any collectible depends on a variety of factors. Fine art prints are more valuable when they are signed by the artist , and experts suggest that a print's value can gradually increase over time. A signed Picasso print's precise worth, however, will depend on its condition (paper is fragile!), subject matter and provenance. Larger prints as well as works in color are likely to be worth more than their smaller counterparts in black and white. The value of a print is also informed by whether the work is editioned or not, as well as the size and number of the edition . (A print from an edition run of 50 is theoretically more valuable than one from a run of 200.)Picasso created "The Frugal Repast" at the end of what is known as his "Blue Period," in which the artist stuck to a monochromatic palette of blue and blue-green for most of the paintings he produced between 1901 and 1904.The etching was made in 1904 in Paris using a recycled zinc plate that Picasso scraped clean of what was previously there. The print is part of what came to be known as the "Saltimbanque Suite," the artist's first major body of work in printmaking. And while Picasso had no formal training in printmaking, he was a tireless innovator with media, creating more than 20,000 paintings, drawings , prints, ceramics and sculptures throughout his lifetime.Find a range of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.

Signed Numbered Print

Louis Vuitton 2010 Limited Edition

George Rodrigue Blue Dog Signed

Louis Vuitton And Murakami Flower

Takashi Murakami Louis Vuitton Signed

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali lithograph, 1973, signed in pencil, numbered, edition of 150, 1973

$3,692

Salvador Dali lithograph, 1973, signed in pencil, numbered, edition of 150

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) From Les Songes Drôlatiques de Pantagruel (Field 73-7P; M&L 1406e) Lithograph, 1973 signed in pencil, numbered from the edition of 50 in roman numerals ...

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20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

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Lithograph

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali lithograph, 1973, signed in pencil, numbered, edition of 150, 1973

$3,692

Salvador Dali lithograph, 1973, signed in pencil, numbered, edition of 150

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) From Les Songes Drôlatiques de Pantagruel (Field 73-7P; M&L 1406e) Lithograph, 1973 signed in pencil, numbered from the edition of 50 in roman numerals prin...

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20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Ronald Brooks KitajPOGANY rare 17 color 1960s British Pop silkscreen signed numbered edition of 70, 1966

$1,000

POGANY rare 17 color 1960s British Pop silkscreen signed numbered edition of 70

By Ronald Brooks Kitaj

Located in New York, NY

Kitaj POGANY, 1966 17 colour Screenprint and Photo-screenprint 24 × 36 inches Pencil signed and numbered from the Limited Edition of 70 Hand-signed by artist, Signed & numbered in pe...

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1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen, Pencil

Leonor FiniAutumn afternoons - Hand-signed numbered lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975, 1975

$600

Autumn afternoons - Hand-signed numbered lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975

By Leonor Fini

Located in New York, NY

Leonor Fini Pendant les après-midi d'automne, 1975 Colored etching on Arches paper 11 × 15 in 28 × 38 cm Limited edition of 185 Condition: Excellent condition

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1970s Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Yayoi KusamaHat, 1982 original lithograph by Yayoi Kusama, signed and numbered by the artist, 1982

$23,000

Hat, 1982 original lithograph by Yayoi Kusama, signed and numbered by the artist

By Yayoi Kusama

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This lithograph, appearing to be a signed and numbered limited edition print from 1982, is a quintessential example of Kusama's ability to merge the playful with the profound, using ...

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1980s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Salvador DaliNu au Sopha, Nude Lithograph Signed and Numbered by Salvador Dali, 1970

$5,000

Nu au Sopha, Nude Lithograph Signed and Numbered by Salvador Dali

Located in Long Island City, NY

Lithograph of a nude woman reclining on a bed made after an original drawing by Salvador Dali from the 1970 “Nudes” portfolio, hand signed and numbered in pencil on bottom. Nicely fr...

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1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

FinDac Fin DAC Quansho Redux Screenprint Edition of only 2 Signed and Numbered Street, 2021

$5,000

Fin DAC Quansho Redux Screenprint Edition of only 2 Signed and Numbered Street

Located in Draper, UT

Fin DAC Edition Details: Year: 2021 Class: Art Print Status: Official Run: 1/2 Technique: Screen Print Paper: 330 Gsm somerset satin Size: 24.6 X 34.65 Markings: Signed & Numbered

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2010s Pop Art Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Screen

Jane Wooster Scott Signed and Numbered Serigraph Framed Art "Carefree Days"

$1,250

Jane Wooster Scott Signed and Numbered Serigraph Framed Art "Carefree Days"

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Jane Wooster Scott Signed and Numbered Serigraph Framed Art "Carefree Days". Item features original signature and number, plexiglass front, nice frame, very nice item, great style an...

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Late 20th Century Modern Prints

Materials

Plexiglass

Viktor ShvaikoDinner at La Cave, Giclée on Canvas, Hand Signed and Numbered, 24x18" Stretched, 2002

$560

Dinner at La Cave, Giclée on Canvas, Hand Signed and Numbered, 24x18" Stretched

By Viktor Shvaiko

Located in Aventura, FL

Giclee on canvas. Hand signed and numbered on front by the artist. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certificate of authenticity included. Edition of 475. Stretched. All reasonable ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Prints

Materials

Canvas, Giclée

Roberto Matta Le Verbo Hommérica folder with 6 signed and numbered etchings 1987

$13,353

Roberto Matta Le Verbo Hommérica folder with 6 signed and numbered etchings 1987

By Roberto Matta

Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT

Le Verbo Hommérica by Roberto Matta is a folder with 6 signed and numbered etchings on Japon nacré paper Edition: 100 copies numbered from 1 to 100 + 35 HC numbered I-XXV L’Inédite...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Prints

Materials

Paper

Remo RossiRemo Rossi Clowns & Horse Lithograph Signed & Numbered 65/150 Swiss Modernist, 1959

$1,200

Remo Rossi Clowns & Horse Lithograph Signed & Numbered 65/150 Swiss Modernist

Located in Dallas, TX

Clowns et Cheval (Horse and Rider) Mid-20th Century This original lithograph by Remo Rossi (Swiss, 1909–1982) depicts a stylized horse with clown-like figures, a dynamic and expressi...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Animal Prints

Materials

Paper

Jean-Gabriel DomergueNuit Blanche, Signed and Numbered Caricature Lithograph by Jean-Gabriel Domergue, 1915

$1,400

Nuit Blanche, Signed and Numbered Caricature Lithograph by Jean-Gabriel Domergue

By Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare early lithograph by Jean‑Gabriel Domergue (1889–1962), titled Nuit blanche (Sleepless Night) and dated 21 March 1915. This atmospheric nighttime scene shows two elegant figure...

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1910s Art Deco Figurative Prints

Materials

Charcoal, Paper

Seymour LiptonSculpture Study I, Signed and Numbered Modern Lithograph by Seymour Lipton, 1969

$600

Sculpture Study I, Signed and Numbered Modern Lithograph by Seymour Lipton

By Seymour Lipton

Located in Long Island City, NY

Seymour Lipton (6 November 1903 – 15 December 1986) was an American abstract expressionist sculptor. He was a member of the New York School who gained widespread recognition in the 1...

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1960s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Seymour LiptonSculpture Study II, Signed and Numbered Modern Lithograph by Seymour Lipton, 1969

$600

Sculpture Study II, Signed and Numbered Modern Lithograph by Seymour Lipton

By Seymour Lipton

Located in Long Island City, NY

Seymour Lipton (6 November 1903 – 15 December 1986) was an American abstract expressionist sculptor. He was a member of the New York School who gained widespread recognition in the 1...

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1960s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Izumi KatoUntitled 20, 2018 by Izumi Kato, Limited edition of 36, signed and numbered, 2018

$3,500

Untitled 20, 2018 by Izumi Kato, Limited edition of 36, signed and numbered

By Izumi Kato

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled 20 (2018) Lithograph on paper Edition of 36, signed 40.2 x 32.4cm image 63 x 46.1 cm sheet

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2010s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Izumi KatoUntitled 21, 2018 by Izumi Kato, Limited edition of 36, signed and numbered, 2018

$3,500

Untitled 21, 2018 by Izumi Kato, Limited edition of 36, signed and numbered

By Izumi Kato

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Untitled 21 (2018) Lithograph on paper Edition of 36, signed 40.5 x 29.7 cm image 63 x 46.2 cm sheet

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2010s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Gene DavisGene Davis Signed and Numbered Limited Edition Color Field Lithograph 1972, 1972

$8,000

Gene Davis Signed and Numbered Limited Edition Color Field Lithograph 1972

By Gene Davis

Located in Dallas, TX

Gene Davis Large Scale Lithograph on Archival paper Signed and numbered in pencil. Titled Yankee Doodle and executed in 1972.

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Prints

Materials

Paper

Edgar PlansEdgar Plans Sketch Book Signed & Numbered with Hand Finished Doodle, 2021

$1,500

Edgar Plans Sketch Book Signed & Numbered with Hand Finished Doodle

By Edgar Plans

Located in Draper, UT

Book with sketch 11 × 8 in 27.9 × 20.3 cm Edition 547/1000

Category

2010s Pop Art More Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Carbon Pencil, Color Pencil

MIMI YOONOnce Upon a Time No More Signed and Numbered Canvas Wrap Framed Snow White, 2016

$3,500

Once Upon a Time No More Signed and Numbered Canvas Wrap Framed Snow White

Located in Draper, UT

This sold-out mint condition canvas gallery wrap captures the essence of Yoon's unique style and vision. Each print in this limited edition of 25 is signed and numbered by the artis...

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2010s Portrait Prints

Materials

Canvas, Digital

Yves GanneLithograph Still Life After Yves Ganne Signed and numbered 84/275

$300

Lithograph Still Life After Yves Ganne Signed and numbered 84/275

By Yves Ganne

Located in Pasadena, CA

Yves Ganne, born in 1931 in Angers, is a French artist recognized for his vibrant paintings and expressive lithographies. Graduated from the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Paris, he develop...

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Mid-20th Century Cubist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Roger MühlBouquet de Tulipes Rouge, Original Lithograph, Signed and Numbered, 1990

$2,400

Bouquet de Tulipes Rouge, Original Lithograph, Signed and Numbered

By Roger Mühl

Located in New York, NY

Printed and published by Edition E.F. Mourlot in 1990 Certificate of Provenance: Each individual work of art carefully curated by Mourlot Editions comes with a Certificate of Prove...

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1990s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Marino MariniMarino Marini Italian Modernist Il Teatro Etching Hand Signed and Numbered, 1970

$2,500

Marino Marini Italian Modernist Il Teatro Etching Hand Signed and Numbered

By Marino Marini

Located in Surfside, FL

From deluxe Roman numeral edition of 20. hand signed Il Teatro from Imagines. Horse and rider. He attended the Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence in 1917. Although he never abando...

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20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Peter Sedgley, British (b.1930) "Solar Waves', signed, dated and numbered 6/12

$2,461

Peter Sedgley, British (b.1930) "Solar Waves', signed, dated and numbered 6/12

By Peter Sedgley

Located in Oxford, GB

A contemporary (2003) Cybergraph Peter Sedgley is a British *Op and *Kinetic artist, born in London. After no formal training he He began to paint in 1963, influenced by Bridget Ri...

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Early 2000s British Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Robert IndianaSanta Fe Opera (Deluxe VIP Edition; Hand Signed & Numbered AP Edition of 50), 1976

$2,350

Santa Fe Opera (Deluxe VIP Edition; Hand Signed & Numbered AP Edition of 50)

By Robert Indiana

Located in New York, NY

ROBERT INDIANA Santa Fe Opera (Hand signed, numbered), 1976 Silkscreen on wove paper 37 1/2 × 27 inches Edition AP 7/50 Hand Signed and dated lower right in graphite; numbered 7/50 ...

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1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen, Pencil, Graphite

Claude WeisbuchClaude Weisbuch - The Angel of Death - Signed and Numbered Engraving

$1,369

Claude Weisbuch - The Angel of Death - Signed and Numbered Engraving

By Claude Weisbuch

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

Claude WEISBUCH The angel of death Original drypoint engraving on Vellum paper Handsigned on bottom right 56 x 76 cm Claude Weisbuch, French (1927 - 2014 ) Claude Weisbuch Claude ...

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1970s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Drypoint

Yamin Young Serigraph Signed Numbered "Birth of a Mermaid" 226/275 Framed 1980s

$2,500

Yamin Young Serigraph Signed Numbered "Birth of a Mermaid" 226/275 Framed 1980s

By Yamin Young

Located in Monrovia, CA

Yamin Young, 1980s Serigraph Signed And Numbered "Birth Of A Mermaid" 226/275. Serigraph Is Professionally Framed And Ready To Hang. The Substantial Frame Itself Enhances The Artist...

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Late 20th Century Prints

Materials

Plexiglass, Wood, Paper

Aaron Fink"Red Pepper", Still-Life Aquatint Etching Lithograph, Signed & Numbered, 1993

$850

"Red Pepper", Still-Life Aquatint Etching Lithograph, Signed & Numbered

By Aaron Fink

Located in Detroit, MI

"Red Pepper" is a work that displays Aaron Fink's experiments in still-life expressionism with its more than life-like depiction of a bell pepper in vibrant color. This print made wi...

Category

1990s Still-life Prints

Materials

Etching, Lithograph, Aquatint

Aaron Fink"Yellow Pepper", Still-Life Aquatint Etching Lithograph, Signed & Numbered, 1993

$850

"Yellow Pepper", Still-Life Aquatint Etching Lithograph, Signed & Numbered

By Aaron Fink

Located in Detroit, MI

"Yellow Pepper" is a work that displays Aaron Fink's experiments in still-life expressionism with its more than life-like depiction of a bell pepper in vibrant color. This print made...

Category

1990s Still-life Prints

Materials

Etching, Lithograph, Aquatint

James CoignardTension en A.B, Abstract Carborundum by James Coignard, Pencil Signed & Numbered, 1988

$2,500

Tension en A.B, Abstract Carborundum by James Coignard, Pencil Signed & Numbered

By James Coignard

Located in TRUMBULL, CT

., this striking work exemplifies Coignard's celebrated style, combining rich textures, bold color fields, and expressive abstract forms achieved through the innovative carborundum p...

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1980s Abstract Prints

Materials

Carborundum Aquatint

Salvador DalíDALI Saint Mathew from Twelve Apostles suite signed & numbered Lithograph 1977, 1977

$3,500

DALI Saint Mathew from Twelve Apostles suite signed & numbered Lithograph 1977

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Lithograph on Arches paper with embossing and gold foil by the Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dali. From the 1977 Twelve Apostles Suite (sometimes referred to as the Knights of t...

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1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Gold Leaf

Salvador DalíDALI Saint Andrew from The Twelve Apostles suite (signed & numbered edition), 1977

$3,500

DALI Saint Andrew from The Twelve Apostles suite (signed & numbered edition)

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Lithograph on Arches paper with embossing and gold foil by the Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dali. From the 1977 Twelve Apostles Suite (sometimes referred to as the Knights of ...

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1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Gold Leaf

FaileSecret Seas: Acrylic, Silkscreen Ink on paper (unique signed numbered variant), 2019

$1,500

Secret Seas: Acrylic, Silkscreen Ink on paper (unique signed numbered variant)

By Faile

Located in New York, NY

FAILE Secret Seas, 2019 Acrylic, Silkscreen Ink on Lenox 100 Paper. (two sided) Hand Signed, titled, dated and numbered 6/250 (each unique) 25 × 19 inches Hand signed and annotated o...

Category

2010s Street Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Acrylic, Handmade Paper, Paper, Mixed Media

"Roma" by unknown artist; LIMITED EDITION lithograph signed & numbered by artist

$160Sale Price|20% Off

"Roma" by unknown artist; LIMITED EDITION lithograph signed & numbered by artist

Located in Chesterfield, MI

ROME is a visual city full of historic landmarks and beautiful landscapes. The artist captured it all in this work represented here with a quality limited edition lithograph. It is ...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)Razzia Limited Edition Hand Signed and Numbered Poster for Cafe de Flore Paris 2, 2007

$275

Razzia Limited Edition Hand Signed and Numbered Poster for Cafe de Flore Paris 2

By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is one of a series of 6 signed and numbered prints created by the great French poster artist, Gerard Courbouleix, known as Razzia.

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Early 2000s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)Razzia Limited Edition Hand Signed and Numbered Poster for Pret A Porter Paris 2, 2007

$275

Razzia Limited Edition Hand Signed and Numbered Poster for Pret A Porter Paris 2

By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is one of a series of 6 signed and numbered prints created by the great French poster artist, Gerard Courbouleix, known as Razzia.

Category

Early 2000s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

André MassonFrench Surrealist Color Etching "La Sibylle et les Astres" Signed & Numbered, 1975

$1,695

French Surrealist Color Etching "La Sibylle et les Astres" Signed & Numbered

By André Masson

Located in Portland, OR

A very attractive French surrealist color etching by Andre Masson (1896-1987), signed & numbered. The etching is titled in French "La Sibylle et les Astres", translated as "The Sybil...

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1970s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Color Pencil, Aquatint

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1969, signed and numbered, edition of 145, 1969

$3,688

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1969, signed and numbered, edition of 145

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

This work is executed as an etching with drypoint and roulette, printed in colours, and signed in pencil. It is numbered from the limited edition of 145 and was printed by Robbe, Par...

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20th Century Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1969, signed and numbered, edition of 145, 1969

$3,692

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1969, signed and numbered, edition of 145

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

This work is executed as an etching with drypoint and roulette, printed in colours, and signed in pencil. It is numbered from the limited edition of 145 and was printed by Robbe, Par...

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20th Century Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

RETNAVagos y Reinas (Vagabonds and Queens), Hand Signed, Numbered by RETNA and El Mac, 2009

$2,000

Vagos y Reinas (Vagabonds and Queens), Hand Signed, Numbered by RETNA and El Mac

By RETNA

Located in New York, NY

Hand signed and numbered 12/100 by both RETNA and El Mac 9 1/4 × 12 × 2 1/4 inches Edition 13/100 Numbered on front of kraft mailer.

Category

Early 2000s Street Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Offset, Ink, Board

Dolona RobertsThree Native Americans Aftre Dolona Roberts litho III / C numbered signed, 1980

$580

Three Native Americans Aftre Dolona Roberts litho III / C numbered signed

Located in Pasadena, CA

Original screen printing after Dolona Roberts numbered IIII / C . 45 in X 40 . Custom framed Born in 1936 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Roberts has had a life-long fascination with t...

Category

1970s Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper

Michel Delacroix"Magic Circus" framed lithograph by Michel Delacroix hand signed and numbered, Unknown

$2,000

"Magic Circus" framed lithograph by Michel Delacroix hand signed and numbered

By Michel Delacroix

Located in Boca Raton, FL

"Magic Circus" lithograph by Michel Delacroix. Hand-signed MIchel Delacroix. Hand-numbered XX/C. Depicts a circus, complete with elephant and horses, traveling through a French city...

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20th Century Other Art Style Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Dolona RobertsThree Native Americans Aftre Dolona Roberts litho numbered 22/ 100 signed, 1980

$580

Three Native Americans Aftre Dolona Roberts litho numbered 22/ 100 signed

Located in Pasadena, CA

Original screen printing after Dolona Roberts numbered XXII / C . 45 in X 40 . Custom framed Born in 1936 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Roberts has had a life-long fascination with t...

Category

1970s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Archival Paper

Albert Al Hirschfeld"Shubert Theatre" original lithograph by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed and numbered, 1984

$4,200

"Shubert Theatre" original lithograph by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed and numbered

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Boca Raton, FL

From an edition of 250 plus 38 artist's proofs printed in 1984. Hand numbered 53/250 in front lower left corner.

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1980s Other Art Style Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$4,649

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) Les Animaux Malades de la Peste, from Le Bestiaire de La Fontaine (Field 74-1D; M&L 657) Etching with drypoint and pochoir printed in colours, 1974, signed ...

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20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Kenny ScharfKenny Scharf In the Beginning, limited edition signed/numbered lithograph Framed, 2019

$5,500

Kenny Scharf In the Beginning, limited edition signed/numbered lithograph Framed

By Kenny Scharf

Located in New York, NY

BFK Rives paper Hand signed and numbered from the edition of 99 on the lower front Frame included Measurements: Framed 42.5" (vertical) by 35" by 1.25" Artwork: 36.5 inches (vertical...

Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$4,649

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (Spanish, 1904 - 1989) Le Cerf Se Voyant Dans L'Eau, from Le Bestiaire de La Fontaine (Field 74-1G; M&L 660) Etching with drypoint and pochoir printed in colours, 1974 ...

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20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$4,649

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

The combination of intaglio line work and hand-applied colour creates a richly textured surface, enhancing the narrative and theatrical qualities of the composition. Signed in pencil...

Category

20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Peter MaxPeter Max Color Silkscreen Girl From Ibiza Hand Signed , Numbered & Framed, 1981

$4,250

Peter Max Color Silkscreen Girl From Ibiza Hand Signed , Numbered & Framed

By Peter Max

Located in Plainview, NY

This exceptional piece, titled "Girl From Ibiza," is a distinguished color silkscreen created by the iconic New York School and Pop Artist, Peter Max ( German, American b 1937). Ren...

Category

20th Century Pop Art Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$4,102

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) Le Cheval et Le Loup, from Le Bestiaire de La Fontaine (Field 74-1L; M&L 658) Etching with drypoint and pochoir printed in colours, 1974 signed in pencil, n...

Category

20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$5,060

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) Le Chêne et le Roseau, from Le Bestiaire de La Fontaine (Field 74-1K; M&L 664) Etching with drypoint and pochoir printed in colours, 1974 signed in penc...

Category

20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$5,060

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

The combination of intaglio technique and hand-applied colour produces a rich, textured surface, enhancing the sense of depth and theatricality within the image. Signed in pencil and...

Category

20th Century Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador DalíSalvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120, 1974

$4,649

Salvador Dali etching with drypoint, 1974, signed and numbered, edition of 120

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) Le Cheval S'étant voulu Venger du Cerf, from Le Bestiaire de La Fontaine (Field 74-1E; M&L 655) Etching with drypoint and pochoir printed in colours, 1974 s...

Category

20th Century Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Beautiful Pop Art Lithograph Signed & Numbered 4/18 by Diane Lachman, 1980's

$475

Beautiful Pop Art Lithograph Signed & Numbered 4/18 by Diane Lachman

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful colors on this well done piece by Diane Lachman, circa 1980's , pencil signed and numbered 4/18. The piece its sold unframed very nice condition and colors.

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern More Prints

Materials

Paper

Albert Al Hirschfeld1993 "Elvis" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed and numbered., 1993

$4,000

1993 "Elvis" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed and numbered.

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Boca Raton, FL

"Elvis" original etching by artist Al Hirschfeld. Caricature portrait of Elvis Presley. Hand pulled in 1993 from an edition of 150 plus 30 artist's proofs. Hand numbered 14/150 in lo...

Category

1990s Other Art Style Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Albert Al Hirschfeld"Marx Brothers" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed and numbered., 1975

$9,500

"Marx Brothers" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed and numbered.

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Boca Raton, FL

"Marx Brothers" original etching by Al Hirschfeld. Caricature portraits of the Marx Brothers. Hand pulled from an edition of 150 plus 15 artist's proofs in 1975. Hand numbered 93/150...

Category

1970s Other Art Style Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Leonor FiniThe Seduction - Hand-signed and numbered lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975, 1975

$600

The Seduction - Hand-signed and numbered lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975

By Leonor Fini

Located in New York, NY

Leonor Fini The Seduction, 1975 Colored etching on Arches paper 11 × 15 in 28 × 38 cm Limited edition of 185

Category

1970s Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Leonor FiniPendant l'été - Hand-signed numbered lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975, 1975

$600

Pendant l'été - Hand-signed numbered lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975

By Leonor Fini

Located in New York, NY

Leonor Fini Pendant l'été, 1975 Colored etching on Arches paper 11 × 15 in 28 × 38 cm Limited edition of 185

Category

1970s Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Leonor FiniEnrichie de narines - Hand-signed number lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975, 1975

$600

Enrichie de narines - Hand-signed number lithograph Leonor Fini Surrealist, 1975

By Leonor Fini

Located in New York, NY

Leonor Fini Enrichie de narines, 1975 Colored etching on Arches paper 11 × 15 in 28 × 38 cm Limited edition of 185

Category

1970s Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Alain KiriliTo Cecil Taylor, Sculptor, signed and numbered lithograph by renowned sculptor, 1995

$1,000

To Cecil Taylor, Sculptor, signed and numbered lithograph by renowned sculptor

Located in New York, NY

Alain Kirili To Cecil Taylor, Sculptor, 1995 Lithograph Pencil signed, dated and numbered 91/100 on the lower front Frame Included This work is floated and framed Measurements: Fram...

Category

1990s Minimalist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Permanent Marker

Ferdie Pacheco 1A Dollar on Number Seven? Hand Signed Contemporary Lithograph, 20x16 in., 1978

$100

A Dollar on Number Seven? Hand Signed Contemporary Lithograph, 20x16 in.

By Ferdie Pacheco 1

Located in Aventura, FL

Offset lithograph in colors on paper. Hand signed and numbered by the artist. From the edition of 500. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certificate of authenticity included. Al...

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

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Signed Numbered Print For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate signed numbered print for your needs in our varied inventory. There are many Pop Art, Contemporary and Street Art versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for a signed numbered print may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right signed numbered print is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, beige, black and brown. Creating a signed numbered print has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Takashi Murakami, Leroy Neiman, Shepard Fairey, George Rodrigue and Erté are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in screen print, lithograph and paper.

How Much is a Signed Numbered Print?

The price for a signed numbered print in our collection starts at $112 and tops out at $499,000 with the average selling for $1,883.

Questions About Signed Numbered Print

What if a print is signed but not numbered?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
If a print is signed but not numbered, it may be an artist’s proof. Also called an AP, an artist’s proof is a print that the artist makes to test the printing process or for personal use and is not intended for sale. A signed but unnumbered print may also be a publisher's proof, a print that the publisher uses to assess image quality during the printing process. Find a wide variety of art prints on 1stDibs.
Are numbered prints valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
Whether numbered prints are valuable varies. Having a number doesn't necessarily indicate that a print will sell at a high price point. However, numbering can indicate that a print is original, which can have a positive effect on its value. Factors that determine how much a print is worth include its age, maker, the quality of the image, the condition of the paper and the number of prints produced in the series. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of art prints.
What is a signed print?
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Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
A signed print is when the artwork was produced by the means of transferring ink into a particular medium like paper, wood, metal, etc., and then is hand-signed by the artist. And if the print is part of a 'limited edition' would be numbered as well.
Are numbered prints worth money?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Yes, some numbered prints are worth money. Often, numbered pieces are original prints produced in a limited quantity. Because only a select number of prints were produced, they may appreciate in value over time. However, the artist, age, image quality, condition and other characteristics will largely determine the potential value of numbered prints. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can inspect your print and give you an idea of how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of art prints.
What is a good number for limited edition prints?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
What is a good number for limited edition prints depends on what you mean by good. If you're wondering how many prints in a series are best from a collector's standpoint, the smaller the number of prints, the more valuable the individual pieces are likely to be. In other words, the prints in a run of 30 will be rarer than a run of 100, so it is possible that the smaller run will be more valuable. If by "good" you mean which number in a particular series is best to buy, the answer is that there really isn't a better number. The print marked 1/30 and the one marked 30/30 will be identical and of equal value, assuming they are kept in similar condition. However, when a gallery sells prints in numerical order, the price may go up as the prints sell. In that case, you may pay more for print 30/30 than the buyer for 1/30 did. As the price increases, the extra amount paid could mean a lower return on investment. Shop a large collection of art prints on 1stDibs.
Are numbered art prints worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
Yes, numbered art prints may be worth something. The artist who produced the print and its age, subject matter, image condition and overall condition all contribute to its value. In addition, the number of prints that were in the series will also influence a piece's potential value. If you have a numbered print, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can help you determine how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of art prints.
Are signed prints worth anything?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Similar to other artwork, hand-signed prints are more valuable than art that hasn't been signed by the artist. Where the signature is located does not have an effect on the value.
Irena Orlov ArtMarch 1, 2021
Yes. Prints may not have great value, but it increases if they are signed by a renowned artist. But other factors also play a role, such as a limited edition and one-of-a-kind. If a large number of people have a work, the exclusivity and therefore the value are reduced.
Is it worth buying signed prints?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Many art lovers believe that buying signed prints is worth it. Signed prints, especially hand-signed rather than plate-signed signatures, are often part of limited edition series. As a result, they may increase in value over time. Plus, compared to paintings, prints tend to be more affordable, making it possible to build a collection of art with less of an investment. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Shop a wide range of signed prints and other art on 1stDibs.
Is it worth buying a signed print?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
Many art lovers believe that a signed print is worth buying. Art prints make it possible to build a collection of art at a lower price than what you'd typically expect to pay for paintings, and you can choose from thousands of options. Signed prints are particularly desirable because they often translate to added value on the secondary market, particularly when the artist signed them by hand. However, whether or not it's worth investing in signed art prints is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find art prints and other art on 1stDibs.
Are plate signed prints worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Whether plate-signed prints are worth anything depends on the artist, the rarity of the piece, its condition and other factors. While artists’ editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, and so new collectors are often directed toward prints as a starting point, accessibility, however, does not mean prints appreciate at a different pace from other mediums. The market for paintings increases parallel to the prints market (and a signed work may be more valuable to collectors than an unsigned print). A certified appraiser or art industry professional can evaluate specific prints and determine their value. On 1stDibs, shop a range of prints from some of the world’s top galleries.
How much is a signed Picasso print worth?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 6, 2024
A signed Picasso print can be worth quite a bit of money. In 2022, a signed print titled "Le Repas frugal" ("The Frugal Repast") by the revolutionary Spanish artist sold for $8 million.

While a Cubist painting by the artist sold for $179 million in 2015, the price range for original Pablo Picasso prints is vast. A signed Picasso print can garner millions of dollars at auction, even as a lesser-known lithograph might sell for somewhere in the low five figures.

It's important to note that determining the value of any collectible depends on a variety of factors. Fine art prints are more valuable when they are signed by the artist, and experts suggest that a print's value can gradually increase over time. A signed Picasso print's precise worth, however, will depend on its condition (paper is fragile!), subject matter and provenance.

Larger prints as well as works in color are likely to be worth more than their smaller counterparts in black and white. The value of a print is also informed by whether the work is editioned or not, as well as the size and number of the edition. (A print from an edition run of 50 is theoretically more valuable than one from a run of 200.)

Picasso created "The Frugal Repast" at the end of what is known as his "Blue Period," in which the artist stuck to a monochromatic palette of blue and blue-green for most of the paintings he produced between 1901 and 1904.

The etching was made in 1904 in Paris using a recycled zinc plate that Picasso scraped clean of what was previously there. The print is part of what came to be known as the "Saltimbanque Suite," the artist's first major body of work in printmaking. And while Picasso had no formal training in printmaking, he was a tireless innovator with media, creating more than 20,000 paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics and sculptures throughout his lifetime.

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