Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

British, 1878-1971

Born in Cambridge in 1898 and educated at Southsea School of Art, Norman Wilkinson is known for his graphic art, specifically his British Railway poster images, and also for something quite incredible; Wilkinson revolutionized the art of naval camouflage. Having been assigned to submarine patrols in Dardanelles, Gallipoli, and Gibraltar during WWI as a member of the Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve, Wilkinson was deeply troubled by the unprecedented success the German submarine fleet had torpedoing British ships. He hoped to find a solution to this gaping vulnerability, and in a lightning bolt moment, he had an epiphany that would change everything. Wilkinson says in his autobiography, A Brush With Life (Seeley, 1969), that he realized a ship could be painted to hide its shape against the sea and sky. In his own words, Wilkinson states that the hull of a ship could be camouflaged "not for low visibility, but in such a way as to break up her form and thus confuse a submarine officer as to the course on which she was heading." After some preliminary testing, the theory Wilkinson called "dazzle camouflage" was accepted by British Admiralty and Wilkinson was placed in charge of the naval camouflage unit. The unit, which was headquartered in the basement of the Royal Academy of Arts, consisted of Wilkinson and about two dozen "camoufleurs;" they were artists, students, model makers and consultants, including a zoologist. The dazzle schemes were tested on models and then distributed to artists who were stationed at the docks, where the ships would be painted. At the end of the war Wilkinson was formally declared the inventor of dazzle camouflage and awarded for his contribution. Wilkinson went on to enjoy a long and celebrated career as a painter of maritime scenes, naval vessels, and warships. He served as the president of the Royal Institute of Painter in Water Colours (RI) from 1936 until 1963 (elected member in 1906); he was elected Honourable Marine Painter to the Royal Yacht Squadron in 1919, and he was a member of the Royal Society of British Artists, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, the Royal Society of Marine Artists, and the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour. In 1918 he was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), and a Commander of the Order (CBE) in 1948. In January 1920 he was appointed knight (chevalier) of the Belgian Order of the Crown. Among many notable points of interest regarding Wilkinson's career is that his painting Plymouth Harbour, which was commissioned by Cunard White Star Lines for the first class smoking room of the RMS Titanic, was lost at sea when it perished with the ship. Wilkinson had also created a comparable painting entitled The Approach to the New World, for the Titanic's sister ship, the RMS Olympic. This work may be seen in the 1958 film A Night to Remember in scenes aboard the Titanic, where is served as the stand-in for Plymouth Harbor.

Artist: Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI

Norman WilkinsonOriginal "Just Meet Those Schedules, Will You?" vintage poster, 1944

$1,250

Original "Just Meet Those Schedules, Will You?" vintage poster

By Norman Wilkinson

Located in Spokane, WA

Original. " "Just meet those schedules, will you?" vintage poster. Lithograph. U. S. Army Official Poster. An American pilot, complete with goggles and a flying cap, holds a map up while smiling with a headline of "Just meet those schedules, will you?". Linen-backed and ready to frame World War 2 vintage poster, 1944. This exclusive vintage World War II poster is a rare and beautiful piece of history. This original and authentic poster is truly a sight to behold, showcasing an iconic image of an Army Air Force...

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1940s American Realist Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Offset

Shepard FaireyShepard Fairey "One Earth" Red & Gold Screenprint Street Contemporary Obey Giant, 2023

$1,500

H 24 in W 18 in

Shepard Fairey "One Earth" Red & Gold Screenprint Street Contemporary Obey Giant

By Shepard Fairey

Located in Draper, UT

Silkscreen Print with Gold Metallic Inks 18 × 24 in 45.7 × 61 cm Edition 300 "Refers to the ripped 'One Earth' stamp in the lower right of the print and the fact that we only have ...

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2010s Contemporary Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Screen

Savino"Title Unknown" Limited Edition Print. Pencil-Signed by the Artist, Unknown

$85

H 8 in W 7.5 in

"Title Unknown" Limited Edition Print. Pencil-Signed by the Artist

By Savino

Located in Chesterfield, MI

"Title Unknown" Soccer-themed Limited Edition Print (edition number is illegible). Pencil-signed by the artist. Print measures 8 x 7.5 inches and is unframed. The date of creation is...

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Late 20th Century Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Shepard FaireyShepard Fairey Obama Vote 2008 Campaign Print Artist's For Obama Political Art, 2008

$1,500

H 24 in W 18 in

Shepard Fairey Obama Vote 2008 Campaign Print Artist's For Obama Political Art

By Shepard Fairey

Located in Draper, UT

One of the many Iconic images by Shepard Fairey from the 2008 Campaign trail. This is a print that will stand the test of time in both artist and political forums. Edition Detail...

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2010s Pop Art Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

"Legacy Tour: 2010-2011" Poster, 2009

$150

H 35 in W 23 in

"Legacy Tour: 2010-2011" Poster

Located in New York, NY

This poster was designed by Jasper Johns in 2009, and the portraits were taken by Anna Finke. It is signed by all of the dancers photographed on the ...

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Early 2000s Contemporary Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Offset

Shepard FaireyShepard Fairey "Swan Song" Silkscreen Print Gold Metallic Inks Contemporary Art, 2023

$1,385

H 24 in W 36 in

Shepard Fairey "Swan Song" Silkscreen Print Gold Metallic Inks Contemporary Art

By Shepard Fairey

Located in Draper, UT

Manufacturer: Obey Giant Edition Details: Year: 2023 Class: Art Print Status: Official Run: 68/550 Technique: Screen Print Paper: Fine Art Thick Cream Speckletone Size: 36 X 24 Mark...

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2010s Contemporary Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Gold

(after) Andy WarholMick Jagger X - Andy Warhol, Announcement card, Rolling Stones, Musician, Pop, 1975

$1,302

H 12.01 in W 8.67 in D 0.79 in

Mick Jagger X - Andy Warhol, Announcement card, Rolling Stones, Musician, Pop

By (after) Andy Warhol

Located in Knowle Lane, Cranleigh

Mick Jagger X - After Andy Warhol. This black and white colour scheme lithographic print features - Mick Jagger - an iconic rock legend who was the frontman and one of the founders ...

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1970s Pop Art Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Daniel ArshamROSE QUARTZ ERODED BUST OF ROME DIVINISÉE, 2020 Produced by Perrotin, Offset, 2020

$3,500

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in

ROSE QUARTZ ERODED BUST OF ROME DIVINISÉE, 2020 Produced by Perrotin, Offset

By Daniel Arsham

Located in Draper, UT

Daniel Arsham Rose Quartz Eroded Bust of Rome, Divinisée, 2020 Signed and Numbered (84/150) poster (offset print), published 2021 Daniel Arsham’s Rose Quartz Eroded Bust of Rome, D...

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2010s Contemporary Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Henri de Toulouse-LautrecLa Gitane de Richepin Lithograph, 1960s, Unframed, 14.5x10.25, Unknown

$100

H 14.5 in W 10.25 in

La Gitane de Richepin Lithograph, 1960s, Unframed, 14.5x10.25

By Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Located in Chesterfield, MI

"Theatre Antoine La Gitane De Richepin" is a Lithograph (XXXI) featuring artwork by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. The print measures 14.5 x 10.25 in...

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1960s Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

(after) Andy WarholMick Jagger VI - Andy Warhol, Announcement card, Rolling Stones, Musician, Pop, 1975

$1,302

H 12.01 in W 8.67 in D 0.79 in

Mick Jagger VI - Andy Warhol, Announcement card, Rolling Stones, Musician, Pop

By (after) Andy Warhol

Located in Knowle Lane, Cranleigh

Mick Jagger VI - After Andy Warhol. The line drawing placed on a golden backdrop is a feature unique to this print adding a sense of motion to Jagger’s features which shows him in a...

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1970s Pop Art Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

SlawnSlawn "Superman" Fine Art Print Contemporary Street, 2025, 2025

$2,000

H 11 in W 14 in

Slawn "Superman" Fine Art Print Contemporary Street, 2025

Located in Draper, UT

Materials: Presented on acid-free, archival cotton PhotoRag Giclee paper from Hahnemuhle Size 11 × 14 in 27.9 × 35.6 cm Rarity Medium: Fine Art Print Condition: Print is in pristi...

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2010s Street Art Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Screen

Shepard FaireyShepard Fairey Big Brother Is Watching Letterpress Print Contemporary Street Art, 2024

$1,000

H 24 in W 18 in

Shepard Fairey Big Brother Is Watching Letterpress Print Contemporary Street Art

By Shepard Fairey

Located in Draper, UT

Manufacturer: Obey Giant Edition Details Year: 2024 Class: Art Print Status: Official Released: 11/15/24 Run: 26/175 Technique: Letterpress on fine cream cotton paper. Size: 11 X 14 ...

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2010s Street Art Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Screen

Shepard FaireyBob Dylan A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall Shepard Fairey Screenprint Gold Metal Inks, 2025

$1,750

H 24 in W 18 in

Bob Dylan A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall Shepard Fairey Screenprint Gold Metal Inks

By Shepard Fairey

Located in Draper, UT

This image is based on a photo by Daniel Kramer, who shot Dylan regularly during his rapid mid-60s ascent to stardom and audience projection of Dylan as the voice of a generation… a ...

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2010s Street Art Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI Prints and Multiples

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Screen

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