Limited Edition Prints

Collect limited edition prints

Limited edition prints offer a unique intersection of accessibility and prestige, making them an enriching choice for collectors of all levels. Rooted in centuries of artistic tradition, fine art prints carry the mark of an artist’s vision while remaining approachable in both cost and display. With their scarcity enhancing value, and their portability suiting modern lifestyles, these prints are more than reproductions – they are works of art in their own right. Explore our fine selection of limited edition prints, now available for sale, and expand your collection meaningfully.

What are limited edition prints?

Whether for starting to buy art or for diversifying a collection, limited edition prints (also called fine art prints) are a great way to acquire original and important art at an affordable price. A print is a work of art made in multiple identical impressions, created through a transfer process. There are many different printing techniques, but the four most widely known types of prints are woodcut, etching, lithography and screenprint.

Whilst fine art prints are mostly artworks on paper, they can also be printed on fabric, metal, wood or other materials. If the number of prints from a single plate of printing surface is restriced to a specified number, they are considered limited edition prints. The edition size can either be dictated by the technique or be restricted and defined by the artist and printmaker. In either case the printing surface is typically destroyed after the printing process has been completed.

Although differing from unique artworks, limited edition prints are nonetheless regarded as an art form in its own right, clearly distinguishing themselves from reproductions. Artists make fine art prints for a variety of reasons. Some are interested in specific technical possibilities, or are drawn to a print’s potential to document each stage of a creative process. Others produce prints to make their art more accessible to a wider audience, or to provide financial support to cultural institutions.

“Among the many sectors of the art market, limited edition prints may be especially well suited to being presented, appreciated, and acquired online. The artworks, broadly speaking, are two-dimensional and translate well on-screen. Prices also tend to be more affordable—six-digit Dürers notwithstanding—and, for the housebound and data-obsessed collector, there’s plenty of research available for perusal.” – Benjamin Sutton, Artsy, Mai 22, 2020

Guide to buying limited edition prints

When you’re drawn to a print and considering a purchase, delving into the artwork’s edition information is crucial. These details not only help gauge the long-term value of the limited edition print but also provide insights into the artist’s market presence. You can typically find this information in our artworks’ description, and for additional context, it is worthwhile viewing an artist’s catalogue raisonée (a comprehensive, annotated listing of all the known artworks by an artist).

Buy limited edition prints online. Catering art collectors from around the globe, MLTPL focusses on the specific needs of online buyers: transparent pricing, accurate condition reports, professional packaging and quick shipping.

MLTPL ships worldwide. We focus on professional packaging and fully traceable shipping. Where possible, we ship our limited edition prints flat between fiberboards and two layers of solid cardboard. We aim to dispatch in under 5 days.

All shipped limited edition prints are covered by our door-to-door transport insurance. In the unlikely event of physical damage or loss, the artwork will therefore be fully insured.

When buying limited edition prints online, the artwork’s condition and its truthful description are key. We follow a rigorous standard when selecting new artworks for our collector base, whilst providing accurate condition reports and high-resolution images.