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Fine Art Prints vs. Reproductions

Art Peritus

In 2022, Sotheby’s sold an “Eric” lithograph numbered 35/38 from an early edition published in 1984 for over $56,000. Proofs or “test prints” made during the creative process can be marked as a state proof, a working proof, a progressive proof, or a trial proof.

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Fine Art Prints vs. Reproductions

Art Peritus

In 2022, Sotheby’s sold an “Eric” lithograph numbered 35/38 from an early edition published in 1984 for over $56,000. Proofs or “test prints” made during the creative process can be marked as a state proof, a working proof, a progressive proof, or a trial proof.

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Temporarily Storing Artwork: A Case Study

Fine Art Estates

RIGHT: This hinged and glazed work on paper should only be stacked in its upright orientation so the weight of the lithograph will not tear the hinges that hold it to the back mat. I test the resistance of each added artwork as it is placed to be sure it is properly weighted towards the previously stacked work.

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