Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

American, 1903-2003

For nearly 70 years, Al Hirschfeld created iconic caricatures of theater, film and television celebrities, capturing moments in time and documenting U.S. entertainment history in the process. Art historian Lloyd Goodrich called Hirschfeld “one of the few masters of graphic humor.” "New York Times" art critic John Russell dubbed him “the Fred Astaire of pen and ink.” Brendan Gill of "The New Yorker" stated, “To be a star on Broadway is to be drawn by Hirschfeld.” And many performers believed that, regardless of any other accolades they might achieve, “if Al Hirschfeld hasn’t drawn you, you don’t exist.” Hirschfeld began his career as a political cartoonist and became a theater caricaturist for "The New York Times" in 1925. He began creating his pure line drawings on a trip to Bali in the 1930s, and, over the course of his career, mastered the technique of using lines to capture the spirit and personality of his subjects. Hidden in each drawing is his daughter’s name, Nina, and so many people became obsessed with finding all of the Nina’s, that he developed a system of noting the number of Nina’s in each work next to his signature. In addition to "The New Yorker" and "The New York Times," Hirschfeld’s drawings appeared on playbills and posters as well as in advertisements. As a result of his work, he earned two Tony awards for lifetime achievement in theater and had a Broadway theater renamed in his honor.

Creator: Albert Al Hirschfeld

Bette Davis by Al Hirschfeld

$3,500

Bette Davis by Al Hirschfeld

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Richmond, VA

Etching of Bette Davis by artist Al Hirschfeld (1903-2003) Hand signed and numbered 21 of 150. Etching was produced in very limited numbers in 1979. Custom framed in a silver wood f...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Swedish Abstract Lithograph by Leif Knudsen c. 1962

$410

H 22.125 in W 28.25 in D 1 in

Swedish Abstract Lithograph by Leif Knudsen c. 1962

By Leif Knudsen

Located in Atlanta, GA

Contemporary abstract lithograph by Swedish artist Leif Knudsen (1928-1975). Signed and dated. Framed under glass.

Framed Size: 28 1/4"W ...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Elegant 1920s Portrait “Zeventien” – Art Deco Lithograph by Hartley Davis

$329

H 16.74 in W 11.03 in D 0.01 in

Elegant 1920s Portrait “Zeventien” – Art Deco Lithograph by Hartley Davis

Located in Langweer, NL

Elegant 1920s Portrait “Zeventien” – Art Deco Lithograph by Hartley Davis Refined Art Deco portrait titled Zeventien (“Seventeen”), created by ill...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Al Kaufman Framed Original Signed & Numbered Etching with COA 75/300

$475

H 22 in W 14 in D 1 in

Al Kaufman Framed Original Signed & Numbered Etching with COA 75/300

Located in San Diego, CA

Original 1970's etching by Listed artist Al Kaufman , framed in glass and oak with COA signed an numbered Sandalwood title.

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20th Century American American Classical Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Limited Edition 1970 Lithograph by Kumi Sugai

$1,470

H 25.6 in W 19.69 in D 0.01 in

Limited Edition 1970 Lithograph by Kumi Sugai

By Kumi Sugai

Located in Weesp, NL

Kumi Sugaï, one of the most internationally acclaimed Japanese painters of the twentieth century. Limited edition lithograph ‘Ciel et le Ciel‘ by Kumi Sugai...

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"Elegy (Study)" by Robert Motherwell

$27,900

H 30 in W 42.25 in D 1.5 in

"Elegy (Study)" by Robert Motherwell

By Robert Motherwell

Located in Stamford, CT

A lithograph titled, "Elegy ( Study )" by Robert Motherwell 1979, signed and numbered 42/98 in pencil with Motherwell's blind stamp. There were 12 artist proofs in addition to the 98...

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Framed Lithograph by Adja Yunkers

$2,400

H 18.5 in W 22.5 in D 1.75 in

Framed Lithograph by Adja Yunkers

By Adja Yunkers

Located in New York, NY

Framed Lithograph by Adja Yunkers, circa 1960s.

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Blooming Fields by Masayasu Uchida

$1,116

H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 0.79 in

Blooming Fields by Masayasu Uchida

Located in Weesp, NL

Discover the serene beauty and vibrant colors of rural Japan with “Blooming Fields,” an exquisite lithograph by the renowned Japanese artist Masayasu Uchida. Numbered 133 out of a li...

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Selection of Early Modernist Art - Lautrec Durer et al

$650 / item

H 18 in W 16 in D 0.5 in

Selection of Early Modernist Art - Lautrec Durer et al

By Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Albrecht Dürer

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of early Modernist Art, mostly French, 20th century. From left to right, as seen in the first photo, they are: 1) Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec color lithograph or print, circa 1960s. It measures 26.5"H x 23"W. 2) 50th Anniversary of the Legendary 1925 Exposition Art...

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1960s French Art Nouveau Vintage Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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1970 Lithograph by Kumi Sugai

$1,469

H 25.99 in W 19.69 in D 0.01 in

1970 Lithograph by Kumi Sugai

By Kumi Sugai

Located in Weesp, NL

Kumi Sugaï — “Le Printemps”, 1970 Original Color Lithograph Signed & Numbered Edition of 100 Bold, vibrant, and unmistakably modern, Le Printemps (French for “Spring”) by cel...

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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Military illustration titled Garde Impériale by the 19th-century French artis Al

$214Sale Price|20% Off

H 16.93 in W 13 in D 0.79 in

Military illustration titled Garde Impériale by the 19th-century French artis Al

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

One of a Set of Four different scenes available. This print is a reproduction of a military illustration titled "Garde Impériale" by the 19th-century French artist Alf...

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Early 20th Century Empire Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Lithograph by Léonor Fini, XXth Century.

$1,116

H 25.4 in W 19.69 in D 0.08 in

Lithograph by Léonor Fini, XXth Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Lithograph by Léonor Fini, XXth Century. Lithograph by Léonor Fini, unsigned, unframed, 20th century. Dimensions : h : 64,5cm , w : 50cm, d: 0,2cm Contact us before ordering t...

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Mysterious Al 'Untitled (Black)', 2007, Screenprint, signed dated and numbered

$660Sale Price|60% Off

H 30.12 in W 22.45 in D 0.08 in

Mysterious Al 'Untitled (Black)', 2007, Screenprint, signed dated and numbered

Located in London, GB

Mysterious Al, 'Untitled (Black)', 2007 Screenprint in colours on wove paper. Signed, numbered, and dated in pencil along the lower edge, with the publisher's blind stamp Published b...

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Early 2000s Modern Albert Al Hirschfeld Prints

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Previously Available Items

Al Hirschfeld - Laurel and Hardy, 1975 Signed Lithograph 57/150 Caricature

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H 25 in W 17.75 in D 1 in

Al Hirschfeld - Laurel and Hardy, 1975 Signed Lithograph 57/150 Caricature

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A contemporary lithograph on paper titled "Laurel and Hardy" by famed American caricaturist Al Hirschfeld. Hand signed in pencil lower right with an annotation of 57/150 on the lower...

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Albert Al Hirschfeld "The Play About the Baby", Signed Print

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H 24.5 in W 32 in D 0.25 in

Albert Al Hirschfeld "The Play About the Baby", Signed Print

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Southampton, NY

Albert Al Hirschfeld "The Play About the Baby", signed Print Measures: 24.5” x 32” framed 24” x 17.5” unframed Signed "Hirschfeld" and numbered 27/50.

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Al Hirschfeld "Harlem" Rare Portfolio of 24 Limited Edition Lithographs

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H 18.5 in W 14.5 in D 3 in

Al Hirschfeld "Harlem" Rare Portfolio of 24 Limited Edition Lithographs

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in San Francisco, CA

Al Hirschfeld "HARLEM" Rare Portfolio of 24 limited edition lithographs, circa 1941 This is a fine opportunity to acquire a rare portfolio of HARLEM lithographs by noted American ...

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Al Hirschfeld "Judy Garland" Hand Signed Limited Edition Etching, circa 1963

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H 26 in W 21.5 in D 3 in

Al Hirschfeld "Judy Garland" Hand Signed Limited Edition Etching, circa 1963

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in San Francisco, CA

Al Hirschfeld "Judy Garland" hand signed limited edition etching, circa 1963 Original hand signed etching of Judy Garland by American artist Al Hirschfeld. The plate measures 1...

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Al Hirschfeld Signed Lithograph of Rosie O'Donnell

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H 28.75 in W 26.5 in D 1.5 in

Al Hirschfeld Signed Lithograph of Rosie O'Donnell

By Albert Al Hirschfeld

Located in Water Mill, NY

Hand signed limited edition lithograph of Rosie O"donnell by Al Hirschfeld. Published 1996. Edition size 100.

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Albert Al Hirschfeld prints for sale on 1stDibs.

Albert Al Hirschfeld prints are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Albert Al Hirschfeld prints, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider prints by Werner Drewes, Leonard Baskin, and Will Barnet. Prices for Albert Al Hirschfeld prints can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,800 and can go as high as $1,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,800.

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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
Al Hirschfeld was famous for his work as an artist. For nearly 70 years, he created iconic caricatures of theater, film and television celebrities, capturing moments in time and documenting U.S. entertainment history in the process. His drawings appeared on playbills and posters as well as in advertisements. As a result of his work, he earned two Tony awards for lifetime achievement in theater and had a Broadway theater renamed in his honor. Explore a range of Al Hirschfeld art on 1stDibs.