Lithography
Lithography is a planographic printing technique where a design is drawn onto a flat stone or a metal plate, and adhered via chemical reactions.
Lithography is a printing method that relies on the principle that grease and water don't mix. To create an image, a greasy substance, like special ink (called tusche), crayon, or synthetic materials, is applied to a textured surface (usually aluminium nowadays, but traditionally on stone). Also, photochemical or transfer processes can be used.
Next, a solution of gum arabic and nitric acid is spread over the surface, making certain areas water-absorbent (non-printing) and others grease-absorbent (image areas). To print, the surface is kept wet, allowing an ink roller with oil-based ink to be rolled over it. The ink only sticks to the grease-receptive image areas. Finally, paper is placed against the surface, and the plate is passed through a press to create the print.
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We collaborate with artists to create both limited editions and works on paper.
A limited edition is part of a unique series of pieces. Limited editions are fixed in quantity, meaning we will only ever produce a certain number.
Framing options vary for each piece and are listed on the individual artwork pages. All pieces are framed with 90% UV acrylic glass.
Yes, 100%. We work directly with our artists to create editions that accurately represent their body of work. Additionally, every artist personally reviews and approves their final editions.
Each edition comes with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity (COA) signed by the artist. Additionally every edition will be signed, marked, or numbered on the edition itself.
Works on paper and some originals don't come with a COA.
No—the copyright is not transferred to the purchaser of the edition.
All the ins and outs can be found on our orders and shipping page.
