Lithograph Definition and Art Gallery Collection
Lithograph print making or Lithography was invented in 1798 in Germany by Alois Senefelder. Most people could not afford to own an original piece of artwork by Picasso or Van Gogh, but having a copy of their masterworks wouldn't be such a bad idea. This is where the idea of a lithograph comes into play. A lithograph is an authorized copy of an original work created by the artist himself or other skilled craftsmen. A lithograph is rarely worth more than the original artwork it reproduces, but if the print quality is excellent and the production numbers are low, it may still have significant value in the art world. The printing process which creates a lithograph is different from other traditional methods.
Most printing presses require the print maker to etch an image or text into metal plates or physically carve out the image on blocks of wood or other soft material. To create a lithograph, however, no etching is required. The artist uses a set of greasy crayons or pencils to draw a mirrored image of the original artwork onto a smooth stone tablet. This is by far the most time-consuming part of the lithograph process. After the image has been recreated to the satisfaction of the original artist or other authority, it is ready to be turned into a lithograph. The lithographic process hinges on the principle that oil and water cannot mix. An oil-based variety of ink is applied directly to the plate and immediately bonds with the equally greasy crayon lines. Water is then wiped onto the remaining unpainted areas to discourage the ink from smearing. A sheet of paper, preferably one with a high cotton content, is then placed over the entire plate. The inked stone or metal plate and the paper are placed in a press and light pressure is used to transfer some of the ink. If the original image were a monochrome pen and ink drawing, this would be the only press run necessary. A color lithograph of an elaborate Van Gogh painting, however, might require several different runs with up to four different color inks -- black, red, yellow and blue. The same paper would be placed precisely over the re-inked plates, eventually creating a satisfactory lithograph copy. This same process is used to create color pages in newspapers.
Since the process for creating a lithograph can be just as time-consuming and detailed as an original painting, printing runs are often kept low to preserve value. A signed lithograph may have a set of numbers expressed as a fraction on one corner, such as 12/300. This means that the lithograph was the twelfth one produced in a series limited to three hundred prints. Some famous artists, notably Salvador Dali and Pablo Picasso, were more than willing to authorize or create numerous lithographs during their lifetimes. Others are not always eager to see their work reproduced on a commercial scale, making it more difficult to find authorized lithographs from them. There are other ways of duplicating original artwork for the commercial market, so never assume the Monet print in an art store is indeed a lithograph. Ask the proprietor to confirm the printing method used to recreate your favorite piece of artwork. A signed lithograph may have more collectible value, but the print quality itself can be variable. When it comes to buying art, it is most important to buy what you like, regardless of the printing method. .
5:00 A.M. (2001) by Larry Fanning (1938-2014) is a Very Limited Artist Proof Edition Lithograph Print on Paper, AP Numbered in Sequence at 65 out of a total Edition Size of only 76, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 26.5" x 21" (With...
$ 600.00 $ 112.50
5:00 A.M. (2001) by Larry Fanning (1938-2014) is a Limited Edition Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence at 5 out of a total Edition Size of only 650 Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 26.5" x 21" (With Border) and 22.5" x 14.5" (Image)....
$ 450.00 $ 90.00
A Lonely Trek (1997) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, AP Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 300, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 21" x 11"...
$ 250.00 $ 40.00
A Lonely Trek (1997) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of 1225, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 21" x 11" (With Border) and 19"...
$ 150.00 $ 25.00
A Night at Montmartre (2003) by Alexander Chen is a Limited Edition Fine Art Mixed Media Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence at 1293 out of a total Edition Size of 2250, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Triage. Measures approx. 20" X 14" (With...
$ 150.00 $ 30.00
A Night at Montmartre (2003) by Alexander Chen is a Limited International Edition Fine Art Mixed Media Print on Canvas I Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 550, and Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Triage. Measures approx. 20" X 14" (With...
$ 350.00 $ 69.99
A Perfect Day in Laguna by Linda Pirri is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence at 212 out of a total Edition Size of only 500 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 25" x 38" (With...
$ 700.00 $ 105.00
A Rambunctious Razzle Dazzle (1995) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of 1375, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 15.5" x 23" (With Border) and...
$ 150.00 $ 24.00
A Ride in the Country (2007) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Offset Lithograph Print on Artist Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 495 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 26" x...
$ 350.00 $ 56.00
A Sea of Life (2005) by Wyland is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 750 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Wyland Gallery Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 27" x 18.5" (With Border)...
$ 910.00 $ 150.00
A Sunset Long Ago (1988) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 750 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 29.5" x 24.5" (With Border)...
$ 200.00 $ 32.00
A Winter Long Ago by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence at 15 out of a total Edition Size of 1375 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 21" x 19.5" (With Border) and...
$ 200.00 $ 45.00
Above Cannes by Fanch Ledan is a Very Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, EA Numbered in Sequence at 15 out of a total Edition Size of only 80, and Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 14" x 11.5" (With Border)...
$ 950.00 $ 171.00
Abstract I by Lebadang (1921-2015) is a Hand Water Colored Limited Edition Fine Art Embossed Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 250 and Bearing the Plate Signature of the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Please Note: Due to the Hand...
$ 395.00 $ 80.00
Acme Catalogue (1994) by Chuck Jones (1912-2002) is a Limited Edition Animation Cel from a Sold Out Edition with Hand Painted Coloring on a Sericel Outline Bearing the Official Holographic Seal of Linda Jones Enterprises, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 500 and Hand Signed...
$ 1,050.00 $ 201.00
Afternoon Swim by Dan Mackin is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of 1500, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 16" x 12" (With Border) and 14" x 10" (Image)....
$ 350.00 $ 56.00
Alley Oop (1995) by V.T. Hamlin (1900-1993) is an Original Collector U.S. Postal Stamp commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the popular Comic Strip Alley Oop and a Fine Art Lithograph Print of the Stamp Image. Comes Custom Framed, using acid free materials, and with a Letter of Authenticity. ** Please...
$ 250.00 $ 87.50
Alone With Our Hearts (2009) by James Coleman is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 695, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 27" x 17" (With Border) and 24"...
$ 395.00 $ 74.95
Along the Coast (2009) by Alexander Chen is a Limited Edition Fine Art Offset Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of 1000, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 23.5" x 17.5" (With Border) and 21"...
$ 150.00 $ 29.99
Alpine Winter Grandeur (1996) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 500 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 28.5" x 24" (With Border) and...
$ 250.00 $ 40.00
Ambiance de Printemps by Fanch Ledan is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 250 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 22" x 15" (With Border) and 16" x...
$ 1,725.00 $ 310.50
America's Artists: The Artists of Wyland Galleries (2004) is a Deluxe Limited Edition Collector's Hardcover Art Book with text by Wyland featuring the work of 13 of his esteemed artists he has collaborated with over the years. Numbering 160 pages with Full Color Text and Images, this book is also...
$ 750.00 $ 112.50
Ancient Mariner by Wyland is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 750 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Wyland Gallery Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 19.5" x 26.5" (With Border) and 18" x...
$ 1,000.00 $ 160.00
Ancient Orca Dance (2002) by Wyland is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence at 397 out of a total Edition Size of only 950 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Wyland Gallery Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 19.5" x 26.5" (With...
$ 1,545.00 $ 231.75
Ancient Orca Seas by Wyland is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 750 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Wyland Gallery Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 26" x 19" (With Border) and 24.5"...
$ 1,695.00 $ 254.25
And All That Jazz (1996) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 500 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 23" x 19" (With Border)...
$ 250.00 $ 40.00
Another Day at the Office (1996) by Wyland and Jim Warren is a Fine Art Limited Edition Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 950 and is Hand Signed by both Wyland and Jim Warren. Includes a Wyland Gallery Certificate of Authenticity....
$ 1,385.00 $ 221.60
April Snow (2002) by Larry Fanning (1938-2014) is a Very Limited Artist Proof Edition Lithograph Print on Paper, AP Numbered in Sequence at 14 out of a total Edition Size of only 76, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 27" x 20" (With...
$ 650.00 $ 130.00
Architectuur, F.L. Wright by the RE Society is a Limited Edition Hand Pulled Lithograph Print on Paper of an Image Originally Drawn by Hendrikus T. Wijdeveld Numbered Sequentially and Hand Signed by the Lithographer. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 20" x 29.5" (Image). Gallery List Price: $250.00 USD....
$ 250.00 $ 50.00
Au Chien qui Fume (1982) by Fanch Ledan is an Extremely Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, AP Numbered in Sequence at 20 out of a total Edition Size of only 30, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx....
$ 1,800.00 $ 324.00
Au Printemps (1981) by Fanch Ledan is an Extremely Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper AP Numbered in Sequence at 15 out of a total Edition Size of only 30 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 32" x...
$ 1,745.00 $ 314.10
Bachelor Pad (2004) by Linda Jane Smith is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence at 76 out of a total Edition Size of only 495 and Hand Signed by the Artist. Comes Custom Framed using acid free and archival materials, and includes a Certificate...
$ 400.00 $ 60.00
Bachelor Pad (2004) by Linda Jane Smith is a Very Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper US Numbered in Sequence at 50 out of a total Edition Size of only 95 and Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 9" x 18" (With...
$ 300.00 $ 54.00
Baden-Baden (2002) by the RE Society is a Limited Edition Hand Pulled Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper of an Image Originally Drawn by Rinne, is Numbered Sequentially and Hand Signed by the Lithographer. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 24.5" X 35" (With Border) and 20" x 30.5"...
$ 325.00 $ 65.00
Bar Brasserie by Anatoly Metlan is a Very Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper EA Numbered in Sequence at 36 out of a total Edition Size of only 50 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 19” x 25”...
$ 550.00 $ 82.50
Bar Brasserie by Anatoly Metlan is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 295 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 19” x 25” (With Border) and 16.5” x 22.5”...
$ 350.00 $ 52.50
Barbershop Quartet (2007) is a Beatles Sericel Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd, Published by the DenniLu Company with a total Limited Edition Size of only 500 and Bearing the Official DenniLu Company Stamp. Includes a Full Color Lithograph Background and a DenniLu Company Certificate of Authenticity. Measures Approx.: 13.5" X...
$ 300.00 $ 75.00
Bassin du Luxembourg (1984) by Fanch Ledan is an Extremely Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper AP Numbered in Sequence at 22 out of a total Edition Size of only 30 and Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 30" x...
$ 1,325.00 $ 238.50
Bear For Punishment (1995) by Chuck Jones (1912-2002) is a Limited Edition Animation Cel from a Sold Out Edition with Hand Painted Coloring on a Sericel Outline that Bears the Official Holographic Seal of Linda Jones Enterprises, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 500, and is...
$ 750.00 $ 150.00
Bears Meeting by Charles Gause is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence at 194 out of a total Edition Size of only 300, and is Hand Signed by the Artist and comes Custom Framed. **Please Note: there is minor wear on the corners of the...
$ 1,250.00 $ 250.00
Beatles Posing (2007) is a Beatles Sericel Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd, Published by the DenniLu Company with a Limited Edition Size of only 500, and Bearing the Official DenniLu Company Stamp. Includes a Full Color Lithograph Background and a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures Approx.: 13.5" X 13.5" (Sericel and...
$ 300.00 $ 75.00
Beatles: In Air (2009) is a Beatles Sericel depicting an exact scene from the Cartoon Series Episode titled "Got To Get You Into My Life", Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd and Published by the DenniLu Company with a Limited Edition Size of only 500. Comes Bearing the Official DenniLu Company Stamp,...
$ 300.00 $ 75.00
Beatles: Or Bust (2009) is a Beatles Sericel Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd, Published by DenniLu Company with a Limited Edition Size of 500, Bearing the Official DenniLu Company Stamp. Comes Custom Framed using acid free and archival materials, and includes a Full Color Lithograph Background and a Certificate of Authenticity....
$ 400.00 $ 100.00
Beatles: Or Bust (2009) is a Beatles Sericel Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd and Published by the DenniLu Company with a Limited Edition Size of only 500, Bearing the Official DenniLu Company Stamp, and depicts an exact scene from the Cartoon Episode titled "You Really Got A Hold on Me"....
$ 400.00 $ 100.00
Beatles: Or Bust (2009) is a Beatles Sericel Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd, Published by the DenniLu Company with a Limited Edition Size of 500, and Bearing the Official DenniLu Company Stamp. Comes Custom Framed using acid free and archival materials, and includes a Full Color Lithograph Background and a...
$ 400.00 $ 100.00
Beatles: Or Bust (2009) is a Beatles Sericel depicting an exact scene from the Cartoon Series Episode titled "You Really Got A Hold on Me", Authorized by Apple Corps Ltd and Published by the DenniLu Company with a Limited Edition Size of only 500. Comes Bearing the Official DenniLu Company...
$ 300.00 $ 75.00
Bedded Down (1998) by Larry Fanning (1938-2014) is a Very Limited Artist Proof Edition Lithograph Print on Paper, AP Numbered in Sequence at 24 out of a total Edition Size of only 76, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 21" x 15" (With...
$ 450.00 $ 90.00
Beneath The Brooklyn Bridge (2002) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Artist Proof Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, AP Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 175, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 22" x 20"...
$ 450.00 $ 67.50
Beneath The Brooklyn Bridge (2002) by Jane Wooster Scott is a Limited Edition Fine Art Lithograph Print on Paper, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 500, and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx. 22" x 20" (With Border) and...
$ 200.00 $ 40.00
Bicentennial of Simon Bolivar (1783-1983) by Zamy Steynovitz (1951-2000) is a Limited Edition Fine Art Embossed Lithograph Print on Paper, Hand Embellished by the Artist, Numbered in Sequence out of a total Edition Size of only 300 and is Hand Signed by the Artist. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Measures approx....
$ 2,400.00 $ 360.00