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, Parisienne, Rody Iliesco

Rody Iliesco

Print . 51 x 35.5 x 1 cm Print . 20.1 x 14 x 0.4 inch

€170

Print, Le Gant, Antoni Clavé

Antoni Clavé

Print . 36 x 59 x 0.1 cm Print . 14.2 x 23.2 x 0 inch

€860

Print, MP 61, Bram van Velde

Bram van Velde

Print . 61 x 47 x 0.1 cm Print . 24 x 18.5 x 0 inch

€1,200

Print, Sans titre, Arthur Secunda

Arthur Secunda

Print . 76 x 56 x 0.02 cm Print . 29.9 x 22 x 0 inch

€400

Print, Livres on the roof, JR

JR

Print . 70 x 100 cm Print . 27.6 x 39.4 inch

€1,900

Print, Sans titre, Arman

Arman

Print . 68 x 51.5 x 0.05 cm Print . 26.8 x 20.3 x 0 inch

€1,200

Print, Mir, C215

Mir

C215

Print . 78 x 78 x 0.1 cm Print . 30.7 x 30.7 x 0 inch

€800

Print, Sans titre 5, Antonio Asis

Antonio Asis

Print . 50 x 49.5 x 0.02 cm Print . 19.7 x 19.5 x 0 inch

€1,200

Print, Mona Mona, Nelson Leirner

Nelson Leirner

Print . 76 x 56 x 0.02 cm Print . 29.9 x 22 x 0 inch

€1,200

Print, Urban Kontortion, Bom.K

Bom.K

Print . 90 x 67 cm Print . 35.4 x 26.4 inch

€937

Print, Caura-1, Carlos Cruz-Diez

Carlos Cruz-Diez

Print . 60 x 70 cm Print . 23.6 x 27.6 inch

€7,000

Print, Antennes, Peter Klasen

Peter Klasen

Print . 40.5 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 15.9 x 12.6 x 0 inch

€300

Print, Profile, Richard Lindner

Richard Lindner

Print . 71 x 55 cm Print . 28 x 21.7 inch

€1,300

Print, Cherokee, Tony Soulié

Tony Soulié

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

€900

Print, Sans titre, André Masson

André Masson

Print . 70 x 50 x 0.1 cm Print . 27.6 x 19.7 x 0 inch

€800

Print, The Vote, Robert Indiana

Robert Indiana

Print . 60 x 50 x 1 cm Print . 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

€800

Print, Faith, Stickymonger

Stickymonger

Print . 110 x 78.5 x 1 cm Print . 43.3 x 30.9 x 0.4 inch

€1,120

Print, Pour Jorn, Wifredo Lam

Wifredo Lam

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

€900

Print, Germination, Adolph Gottlieb

Adolph Gottlieb

Print . 56.5 x 76 x 0.1 cm Print . 22.2 x 29.9 x 0 inch

€2,980

Print, Cavallini, Zoran Music

Zoran Music

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

€4,200

Print, Le Torero, Bernard Buffet

Bernard Buffet

Print . 76 x 56 x 1 cm Print . 29.9 x 22 x 0.4 inch

€2,800

Print, Sans titre, Martin Bigum

Martin Bigum

Print . 74 x 54 cm Print . 29.1 x 21.3 inch

€700

Print, Nightshio, Morten Schelde

Morten Schelde

Print . 77.5 x 57.5 cm Print . 30.5 x 22.6 inch

€500

Print, Sans titre, Ken Denning

Ken Denning

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

€575

Print, Ritual, Francisco Zuniga

Francisco Zuniga

Print . 47 x 36.8 x 0.3 cm Print . 18.5 x 14.5 x 0.1 inch

€1,073

Print, Bright Brains, Robert Longo

Robert Longo

Print . 80 x 60 x 0.5 cm Print . 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.2 inch

€2,390

Print, Untitled Basquiat, Jisbar

Jisbar

Print . 50 x 70 x 0.1 cm Print . 19.7 x 27.6 x 0 inch

€500

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Need help with Lithographs ?
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.