A piece that has been autographed by the artist.

refers to an item which the author has autographed in manuscript.

A book in which the author has signed his or her name. [Back to the Top

is when the artist signs the original plate and a reproduced signature is copied on every lithograph, poster or print created.

When an item states that it is signed, that means that the artist has personally inspected, approved and hand signed the item. Some popular artists work is still produced after their passing. It is common industry practice to have their spouse sign and approve their art. This is the case with artists list Charles Wysocki and Stephen Lyman.

autographed by the author

A book which the author has autographed. See Inscribed.

The artist's personally made signature for each print.