Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

American, Dutch, 1904-1997

As the de facto leader of the New York avant-garde art movement of the 1950s known as Abstract Expressionism, Dutch-American painter Willem de Kooning blended figuration and abstraction in a revolutionary manner that has resonated for decades. His best-known paintings, which were most often of women but gesturally abstract, were unique and incredibly influential at the time. Today, de Kooning is widely considered one of the most important artists of the 20th century.

De Kooning trained in fine and commercial arts at the Rotterdam Academy in his hometown of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, before immigrating to the United States in 1926. His first job in America was as a house painter in New Jersey, and the period left an indelible impression on him as he brought large brushes, loose strokes and fluid paints into his work as an artist. He also worked on public murals under President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Works Progress Administration (WPA) program in the 1930s. De Kooning’s studies weren’t executed but they included some of his first abstractions, which showed the influence of like-minded artists as well as the music of the Jazz Age. His broad foundation in classical drawing and physical labor are evident even in the most abstract of his works, which amounted to a fusion of Cubism, Expressionism and Surrealism.

It was in New York that de Kooning found the space and an abundance of inspiration to pursue art full time. Surrounded by prominent artists like Jackson Pollock, Arshile Gorky, Lee Krasner and Fernand Léger, de Kooning drew from the freedom and boldness with which they all approached their work. In 1943, he married Elaine de Kooning, a versatile and immensely talented New York painter with a significant role in the Abstract Expressionist movement.

A major motif in de Kooning’s work is the deconstructed female form. A collection of paintings demonstrative of this is now known as his “Woman” series of the early 1950s, which remains controversial more than half a century later. Drawing inspiration from photography in magazines and using vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes to unforgettable effect, de Kooning depicted his subjects as grotesque, sexualized and loosely abstracted forms, which many critics deemed angry and misogynistic. But it is this very fearlessness in visual and conceptual experimentation that made de Kooning a crucial figure of Abstract Expressionism.

Today, de Kooning’s work is among the most coveted art in the world. His Interchange (1955), with its bold lines and shapes executed in primary colors, is one of the most expensive paintings ever sold.

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Artist: Willem de Kooning

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning - Lithograph for Spoleto Festival, Hand Signed/N, unframed, 1974

$5,500

Willem de Kooning - Lithograph for Spoleto Festival, Hand Signed/N, unframed

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous, large vintage lithographic print, is a rare hand signed and numbered print from the limited edition of 150, the present work numbered 61/150. (There was, separately, a...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningIn the Sky, Abstract Expressionist Offset Lithograph Poster by Willem de Kooning, 1982

$600

In the Sky, Abstract Expressionist Offset Lithograph Poster by Willem de Kooning

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Long Island City, NY

Willem de Kooning, Dutch/American (1904 - 1997) - In the Sky, Year: 1982, Medium: Offset Lithograph Poster, Size: 26 in. x 30.5 in. (66.04 cm x 77.47 cm), Frame Size: 27.5 x 30...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning rare 1970s Abstract Expressionist print Signed/N small edition, 1979

$10,000

Willem de Kooning rare 1970s Abstract Expressionist print Signed/N small edition

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

Willem de Kooning Annual Spring Invitational Art Exhibition (limited edition, hand signed & numbered by Willem de Kooning), 1979 Offset lithograph (hand signed and numbered) Sign...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph, Offset

Willem de KooningComposition for Lisa, Willem de Kooning, 1984

$11,600Sale Price|20% Off

Composition for Lisa, Willem de Kooning

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Willem de Kooning (1904-1997) Title: Composition for Lisa Year: 1984 Medium: Color silkscreen on wove paper Edition: 250, plus proofs Size: 17.75 x 23.25 inches Condition: Ex...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningRainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard, Willem de Kooning, 1976

$11,600Sale Price|20% Off

Rainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard, Willem de Kooning

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Willem de Kooning (1904-1997) Title: Rainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard Year: 1976 Medium: Color lithograph on cream wove Beckett paper Edition: 125, plus proofs...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningValentine, 1970

$15,000

Valentine

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

Lithograph on Suzuki paper. Signed, dated and numbered 38/47 in pencil by de Kooning. Printed by Hollanders Workshop, New York. Published by Knoedler, New York.

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningThe Preacher, 1971

$12,000

The Preacher

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this scarce lithograph on Arches buff paper. Signed, dated and numbered 17/60 in pencil by de Kooning. Printed by Hollander's Workshop, Inc., New York. Co-p...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningUntitled (Two Figures), 1973

$9,500

Untitled (Two Figures)

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this scarce offset lithograph on cream wove paper. Artist's proof, aside from the edition of 100. Signed in ink, lower right, and inscribed "A/P" in pencil,...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph, Offset

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning - Rainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard poster print, 1972

$1,000

Willem de Kooning - Rainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard poster print

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

ORIGINAL Six color lithograph on thin velin paper Limited edition of 800 (unnumbered) Publisher: Shorewood Publishing, NY for the Rainbow Foundation Original 1972 lithograph; not a l...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de Kooning"The Devil at the Keyboard" 1976 hand-signed lithograph by Willem de Kooning, 1976

$6,000

"The Devil at the Keyboard" 1976 hand-signed lithograph by Willem de Kooning

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Boca Raton, FL

"The Devil at the Keyboard" 1976 color lithograph artist proof. Abstract portrait of Thelonious Monk by Willem de Kooning. Hand signed de Kooning and numbered A/P in front lower righ...

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1970s Abstract Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningUntitled (Litho #7), 1966

$4,800

Untitled (Litho #7)

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this scarce and early lithograph on Arches. Edition of 50. Printed at Hollander's Workshop, Inc., New York, with the blind stamp lower right. Provenance: ...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningWillem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988, 1988

$7,996Sale Price|20% Off

Willem de Kooning, Untitled, from Poems, 1988

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Southampton, NY

This exquisite lithograph by Willem de Kooning (1904–1997), titled Untitled, from the folio Poems, originates from the 1988 edition published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, ...

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1980s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningFor Lisa, 1984

$10,000

For Lisa

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Fairlawn, OH

For Lisa Color lithograph, 1984 Signed in pencil lower left (see photo) Numbered lower right corner Published to benefit the Los Angeles Children's Museum Printed by Brand X Editions...

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1980s Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningRainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard, Lithograph by Willem De Kooning, 1972

$1,200

Rainbow: Thelonious Monk, Devil at the Keyboard, Lithograph by Willem De Kooning

By Willem de Kooning

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Willem de Kooning, Dutch/American (1904 - 1997) Title: Rainbow - Thelonious Monk - Devil at the Keyboard Year: 1972 Medium: Six Color Lithograph on Thin Velin, printed signat...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningFor Lisa, 1984

$4,500

For Lisa

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

A very good impression of this color lithograph on cream laid Japan paper. Signed and numbered 48/250 in pencil by de Kooning. Published by Brand X Editions, Ltd., New York, with the...

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1880s Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Color, Lithograph

Willem de KooningClam Digger, 1966

$8,000

Clam Digger

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

Lithograph on Arches. This impression is an Artist's proof, aside from the edition of 100. Signed and inscribed "A.P." in pencil by de Kooning. Printed and published by Hollander's W...

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1960s Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningLandscape at Stanton Street, 1971

$37,266

Landscape at Stanton Street

By Willem de Kooning

Located in London, GB

Lithograph, 1971, on paper, signed and dated in pencil, numbered from the edition of 60, published by Hollanders Workshop and Fourcade, New York, 75.7 x 56 cm. (30 x 2 2in.)

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1970s American Modern Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningClam Digger, 1967

$6,000

Clam Digger

By Willem de Kooning

Located in New York, NY

Clam Digger, 1967 Signed and numbered in pencil Lithograph Image size: 12 in x 15.9 inches Sheet: 17.5 x 22.5 inches Edition XIII of XX

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1960s Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem de KooningQuatre Lithographies, 1986

Price Upon Request

Quatre Lithographies

By Willem de Kooning

Located in London, GB

The complete set of four lithographs in colours on Arches wove paper, 1986, each signed and dated in pencil, from the edition of 100 (plus 50 numbered with Roman numerals), in the or...

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1980s Abstract Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Willem De Kooning prints and multiples for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Willem de Kooning prints and multiples available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Willem de Kooning in lithograph, offset print, screen print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Willem de Kooning prints and multiples, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Louise Nevelson, Larry Zox, and John Chamberlain. Willem de Kooning prints and multiples prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $150 and tops out at $24,000, while the average work can sell for $6,000.

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Questions About Willem de Kooning Prints and Multiples

How much is Interchange by Willem de Kooning worth?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Interchange by Willem de Kooning is likely worth at least $300 million. That's how much the painting sold for through a private sale in 2015. De Kooning produced the painting in 1955 and sold it for just $5,000. The piece is an abstract landscape that uses bold colors, characteristic of his work in the Abstract Expressionist style. On 1stDibs, find a range of Willem de Kooning art.