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, Steam, Alan Kingsland

Alan Kingsland

Print . 38.1 x 54.6 x 1.3 cm Print . 15 x 21.5 x 0.5 inch

€501

Print, Serrage-Local, Peter Klasen

Peter Klasen

Print . 31.5 x 24 x 0.1 cm Print . 12.4 x 9.4 x 0 inch

€350

Print, Sandro, Claude Weisbuch

Claude Weisbuch

Print . 65.5 x 50 x 0.2 cm Print . 25.8 x 19.7 x 0.1 inch

€750

Print, Insecte, Pierre Tal-Coat

Pierre Tal-Coat

Print . 65 x 50 cm Print . 25.6 x 19.7 inch

€700

Print, Cenizas-4, Jorge Camacho

Jorge Camacho

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

€400

Print, MP 171, Bram van Velde

Bram van Velde

Print . 32.8 x 59.1 x 0.1 cm Print . 12.9 x 23.3 x 0 inch

€1,500

Print, Untitled, Joan Descarga

Joan Descarga

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

€333

Print, Ultimes 4, Kumi Sugaï

Kumi Sugaï

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

€600

Print, Sans titre, Lluís Barba

Lluís Barba

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

€500

Print, 4 pajaros, Joan Ponç

Joan Ponç

Print . 66 x 50 cm Print . 26 x 19.7 inch

€600

Print, Caura-5, Carlos Cruz-Diez

Carlos Cruz-Diez

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

€7,000

Print, Cenizas-3, Jorge Camacho

Jorge Camacho

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

€400

Print, Renfe, James Bohary

James Bohary

Print . 68.5 x 56 cm Print . 27 x 22 inch

€600

Print, Untitled, Andreu Alfaro

Andreu Alfaro

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

€777

Print, The Clown, Max Papart

Max Papart

Print . 73.7 x 53.3 cm Print . 29 x 21 inch

€911

Print, Islande VII, Ken Denning

Ken Denning

Print . 20.6 x 28 cm Print . 8.1 x 11 inch

€150

Print, Personnage, James Coignard

James Coignard

Print . 40 x 32 x 0.2 cm Print . 15.7 x 12.6 x 0.1 inch

€600

Print, 'Le' Fille, Kashink

Kashink

Print . 47 x 37 cm Print . 18.5 x 14.6 inch

€140

Print, Papa Poule, Mister Pee

Mister Pee

Print . 47 x 37 cm Print . 18.5 x 14.6 inch

€140

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.