Print editions that have been limited to a certain number either by an arbitrary decision from the artist or due to the fragile nature of the printing medium.
In both art prints and collectibles, a denotion that the item has been, or will be, made in a limited quantity, and that no more than the stated maximum will be made. For prints, the total "edition size" for limited editions can be as few as several dozen to 2,000 or more. See also open edition.
is any piece that is produced only in a limited quantity
Often you will see a doll being touted as a Limited Edition. What this means is that the original doll design has been used to create a mold and identical dolls are being created. They are often set in a predetermined number and once that number of creation has been reached the molds are generally broken in order to guarantee that the limited edition has been met and will not be created again.
An item that is produced in a specific quantity or for a specific period of time. ake & Take A craft session at a gathering where you learn how to make an accessory or other item that can be used in your displays.
A limited edition is a series of identical prints, which are limited to a one-time printing of a certain number of pieces. The artist determines the size of the edition, and usually signs and numbers each individual piece.
A special printing of a book, sometimes in a special case and/or signed by the author, available in a limited quantity.
Identical dolls reproduced from a mold with a limit on how many are made. See Artist's Signature Edition, Artist's Limited Edition, Artist's Studio Edition, Collector's Limited Edition, Manufacturer's Limited Edition. See also
A printing run which is limited to a stated number. Sometimes they are signed by the author or illustrator. See also edition.
a release pressed in a set, limited quantity
A production of a limited number of copies, usually numbered and frequently signed.
The number of prints made from an original has been restricted to a certain number. This number would appear on each printed piece as such; 50/500; number fifty out of five hundred prints.
A limited edition is a release that has a predetermined number of copies. When that number of pieces has been reached the production molds are destroyed so that no further replicas can be made. True limited editions are rare for precision diecast companies to issue since their tooling dies are extraordinarily expensive to produce.
Any edition limited to a declared number of copies, such as copy #2/500 copies. The lower the number, the more valuable the copy.
The body of prints made ("pulled") from a single printmaking plate. The resulting prints are considered multiple originals. The artist determines the number of prints that will be made -- this becomes the size of the edition. After the edition is printed, the plate is altered (or "Cancelled") to ensure the integrity of the limited edition. The artist signs and numbers each print from the edition. (e.g., 4/25 means the print is number four of a total number of 25 prints. Despite much hype, this is not necessarily the 4th print to have been made, only the order in which the prints were signed. Print number 1/25 is no more valuable than 25/25.)
an edition that is restricted to a specific number of copies
a copy taken from an original artwork and usually reproduced to a high standard
a fixed number of identical prints of an image, signed and numbered by the artist
a group of reproductions that stop at a certain number, and no further prints are made
a picture that is one of a pre-determined number of prints of a particular original art
a print run limited to a certain number
a series of identical original art prints which bear the artist's signature
a series of prints issued in a fixed number, in which each print is numbered
A set of prints of a known number, signed and numbered by the artist.
Set of identical prints numbered in succession and signed by the artist. The total number of prints is fixed or “limited” by the artist. Additional prints are often held in reserve by the artist, but are destroyed after the fixed number of prints have been successfully issued and distributed.
A book whose quantity is reserved to a finite, usually small number. Although they do vary, a limited edition often is printed and bound with a greater concern for the craft of bookmaking than mass produced books. They can include slipcases, signatures, illustrations, etc.
a collectible whose production is limited by number or by a crafting deadline
a lighthouse with production limited to a specific quantity and, in a few cases, to the number of orders received within a set time frame (such as Collectors Society Exclusives).
An edition of a book that has been held to a rather small number of printings, usually numbered individually
A figurine that is produced for a specific time period or in a limited quantity.
Limited editions have a predetermined number of prints that will be produced – most often ranging from 25 to 250 prints. This predetermined limitation on quantity, enhances the value of each print, making them ideal for art collectors. Typically, limited edition prints include the artist’s signature and an indication of the print size and number (e.g. 17/250 = the 17th print in an edition of 250) on the front of the print.
An item produced in a certain quantity or for a determined number of days. Once these numbers are met, the exact piece is no longer produced.
means the total number of copies that can be made of a work of art as guaranteed by contract. The limit established by Jaynes Sculpture contracts is twenty castings.
A book which is published, restricted to a certain number of copies. These books are generally numbered and in some cases signed by the author and / or illustrator. [Back to the Top
A printing which is limited to a stated number. Often inscribed with the author's signature and a sequence number.
A special printing of a book limited to a stated number of copies, usually numbered consecutively and signed by the author.
A numbered set of impressions, usually signed by the artist. (L/E)
items refers to any piece or pieces of art that has been created with a predetermined quantity and then never produced again.
a set of prints of a known number, usually not more than 200 that are signed by the artist and numbered
Limited editions are a promise from the Artist to produce a known number of images. Edition size and number are designated as a fraction on the print. A fraction 45/100 designates the 45th print in an edition of 100. An Artist Proof (AP or a/p) is a special print that determines the quality and specifications of an image as a match print or production standard.
Small number of copies of a book published. Books are usually numbered such as "100/500" meaning number 100 of an edition of 500.
A limited number of prints that are usually signed and numbered by the artist.
an artist number such as 6/20 indicates that the impression was the 6th out of 20 prints.
an edition of a book limited to a stated number of copies, usually numbered or lettered and signed by the author.
the size of the edition is limited to a set (usually small) number of copies.
An edition of a specific number of prints, each one numbered and marked in the order as it comes from the printing process. An image can be printed in different sizes and thereby have different editions but when a specific limited edition has been printed the printing plate or file must be destroyed.
A predetermined number of impressions made from a plate (after which no more impressions are taken). The seller should inform the consumer of the number of impressions in the edition.
This is a set of identical prints, numbered in succession and often signed by the artist. The total number of prints is called an edition, and is fixed by the artist, who inspects each print before signing his or her name. A print which has been produced as a limited edition should never be reprinted, or reproduced in any way once the edition is created.
For a limited edition, an artist determines a size, type of paper and a total number of prints to be created. Each print is numbered and signed, and because the number of prints is limited, they are considered unique. The value of a limited edition often rises over time.
Issued in a stated, usually small, number of copies.
A books publication that is restricted to a comparatively small number of copies that are usually numbered and signed by the author and/or illustrator.
The stated number of prints of a particular photographic image in a particular size and format, as set by the photographer. It is understood that once this edition number has been set that the photographer will not produce any further prints of that stated nature from this particular negative.
The size of a limited edition is determined in advance by the publisher. Each print in the edition is signed by the artist and then individually numbered (s/n).
Items with a limited manufacturing time or limited amount of items issued. Limited editions are often numbered and dated.
A print run limited to a specific number. Often inscribed with the author's signature and a sequence number.
a book published on the basis that a stated number of copies will be printed regardless of demand. Such titles are often individually numbered by hand and may achieve rarity value for collectors.
A special printing of your book, in a limited quantity, usually signed. Oo
A maximum number of a particular print that will ever be created. The edition size is fixed prior to printing; once an edition has sold out, no more will ever be made.
As applied to fine art photographs, the term "limited edition" is usually understood to mean a stated number of prints of an image in a particular size and in a particular format. When no additional photographic prints in any size or format will be made from a particular negative, that concept is usually communicated by a phrase such as "the negative has been retired" because negatives are rarely destroyed.
A title released in limited quantities. Sometimes has extra features not available in the original or theatrical release.
The set of copies printed from the stone, plate, screen or block is collectively known as an edition. In Australia limited editions rarely exceed 99 and are often less. Each print is numbered e.g the tenth print from an edition of 99 would be marked 10/99. Prior to the printing of the numbered copies, a small number of proofs (artists proofs AP or printers proofs PP) are usually also printed but generally do not exceed 10% of the numbered prints. When the plates or screens have been used to produce the stated number of prints in the edition they are destroyed, thereby preventing further copies being made and ensuring the integrity of the edition. In the case of a lithographic stone, the image is removed from the stone, which is then used again for other editions.
Any book whose publication is deliberately restricted to a comparatively small number of copies, often numbered and often signed by the author and/or illustrator.
The issue of something collectible, such as prints, limited to a certain quantity of numbered copies. The first number indicates the number of the piece; the second number indicates the total quantity of the edition, e.g., 135/250.
A limited edition print is a reproduction of an original painting which is numbered and signed by the artist. The limited number of pieces in the edition as well as the artist's signature yields a collectible piece of art. The materials used in producing a limited edition print are archival-quality. This is done to preserve the life of the print and to prevent discoloration. The paper on which the image is printed is treated so it is pH neutral (acid-free) and is a heavier paper stock than the open edition prints. Limited edition prints are often referred to as lithographs. If the print is framed by the publisher, the hinge tape, backing paper, and the fiber matting are all acid-free.
This term refers to the number of objects that are available. In art, a limited edition refers to the fact that the article is one of a number of images in a published edition for which a predetermined number of impressions were from a plate. Once the predertimed number of impressions are made, no more impressions are to be taken, assuring that the edition is "limited." The number of impressions in a limited edition should be information that is available to the consumer. Both original graphics and reproductions are offered as "limited editions" from artists and art publishers.
A limited edition has a closed number of prints in the print run. Once this number of prints has been made, no more copies of the images can be reproduced or sold. This can add value to a print. In Lithography 850 is the usual standard number in the print run, at the artist or publisher's discretion. With Giclee the numbers can be much smaller if desired. However, The Fine Art Trade Guild conditions state that if it is declared a limited edition print no more than 1950 copies (including the artists proof) must be produced.
A special edition prepared by the publisher and usually limited to a relatively small quantity. Limited editions sometimes precede the publication of the first generally available edition sold to the public. (First Trade Edition).
Identical printes of the same edition, numbered in sequence (or other marks) to denote limited production. A stated maximum number of printed copies or impressions.
Set of identical prints numbered in succession and signed by the artist. The total number of prints is fixed or "limited" by the artist who supervises the printing him(her)self. All additional prints have been destroyed.
A book whose publication is restricted in number. Limited editions are typically signed and numbered by the author and have a colophon indicating the total number of books printed. Limited editions whose print runs are short (1,000 or less) are considered more desirable and lower numbered volumes of a limited run are generally more desirable than their higher numbered volumes.
A defined number of prints or giclées, which are usually signed by the artist.
Artworks produced in a deliberately limited quantity. Each item in the edition is identical and is an original work of art. The limited size of the edition enhances the value of each piece.
A limited edition print is one in which a limit is placed on the number of prints produced in a particular edition, in order to create a scarcity of the print. Limited editions are signed and numbered by the artist. Once the prints in the edition have been sold out, the digital file is then destroyed by the Giclée Printmaker in order to maintain the integrity of the limited edition. The image will not be published again in the same form.