Lithographs

Lithographs are a fine art printing technique developed in late 18th-century Germany and widely adopted across Europe in the 19th century. Initially used for image reproduction, lithography soon became a favored artistic medium, especially among major figures in art history.

The process relies on a chemical principle: the repulsion between water and grease. Artists draw directly onto a limestone plate with ink or greasy pencils, then the image is transferred to paper using a press. Over time, materials like zinc and aluminum replaced the original stone, without compromising artistic quality.

The golden age of art lithographs came in the 19th and 20th centuries, with artists such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Miró, and Picasso using this method to create original, limited-edition works that remain highly collectible today.

Modern lithographs continue to attract collectors thanks to their graphic richness and market value. Each print is typically numbered and often signed, with a certified print run that guarantees authenticity and rarity.

On Artsper, explore a curated selection of original lithographs — from 20th-century icons like Warhol, Vasarely, Niki de Saint Phalle, and Dali, to contemporary masters such as Yan Pei-Ming and Hervé Télémaque. Every piece is part of a limited edition of 300 or fewer, or signed by the artist.

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Print, Sans titre, Jean Tinguely

Jean Tinguely

Print . 23 x 34.5 x 0.2 cm Print . 9.1 x 13.6 x 0.1 inch

€1,900

Print, The Scream, Asger Jorn

Asger Jorn

Print . 55 x 40 x 1 cm Print . 21.7 x 15.7 x 0.4 inch

€1,390

Print, Les Fauves, Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse

Print . 32 x 51 x 0.2 cm Print . 12.6 x 20.1 x 0.1 inch

€4,200

Print, Sans Titre, Yann Kebbi

Yann Kebbi

Print . 72 x 91 x 0.1 cm Print . 28.3 x 35.8 x 0 inch

€500

Print, Violons, Arman

Arman

Print . 76 x 56 x 0.1 cm Print . 29.9 x 22 x 0 inch

€850

Print, Contrepoint, Sonia Delaunay

Sonia Delaunay

Print . 62.5 x 47 x 0.2 cm Print . 24.6 x 18.5 x 0.1 inch

€4,200

Print, Trees, Joan Mitchell

Joan Mitchell

Print . 76.5 x 56.3 x 1 cm Print . 30.1 x 22.2 x 0.4 inch

€6,200

Print, Pour Jorn, Karel Appel

Karel Appel

Print . 75 x 54 cm Print . 29.5 x 21.3 inch

€1,600

Print, Sans titre, Ken Denning

Ken Denning

Print . 76 x 56 cm Print . 29.9 x 22 inch

€575

Print, Les Fleurs, Bernard Buffet

Bernard Buffet

Print . 76 x 57 x 0.1 cm Print . 29.9 x 22.4 x 0 inch

€3,500 €3,150

Print, Shell, Jef Aérosol

Jef Aérosol

Print . 50 x 50 x 1 cm Print . 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

€660

Print, MP 297, Bram van Velde

Bram van Velde

Print . 63.8 x 73.7 x 0.1 cm Print . 25.1 x 29 x 0 inch

€1,800

Print, 24 sur 17, Antoni Tapies

Antoni Tapies

Print . 76 x 55.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 29.9 x 21.9 x 0 inch

€2,180

Print, Untitled, Alberto Magnelli

Alberto Magnelli

Print . 64.5 x 49.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 25.4 x 19.5 x 0 inch

€860

Print, Tennis, Gilles Aillaud

Gilles Aillaud

Print . 76 x 56 cm Print . 29.9 x 22 inch

€1,200

Print, Orfeo, Marino Marini

Marino Marini

Print . 63 x 84 cm Print . 24.8 x 33.1 inch

€3,500

Print, Cherokee, Tony Soulié

Tony Soulié

Print . 90 x 76 x 1 cm Print . 35.4 x 29.9 x 0.4 inch

€900

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What exactly is a lithograph?

A lithograph is a work of art created by printing from a stone or metal plate, on which the artist draws with a grease pencil. This technique allows for the production of multiple original, numbered, and signed copies.

How to recognize a lithograph from a print?

A lithograph often has a slight texture and ink variations, while a digital print is perfectly smooth and uniform. Hand-signing and numbering are also indicators of an authentic lithograph.

Does a lithograph have value?

Yes, a lithograph can be valuable, especially if it is signed, numbered, and produced by a recognized artist. Its value depends on its rarity, quality of execution, and the artist's reputation.

What is the difference between a painting and a lithograph?

A painting is an original work made by hand, while a lithograph is a print obtained by printing from a stone or an engraved plate, allowing several numbered copies to be produced.