Original print / art print – what you need to know?

An art print is defined as an ‘original’ print if it is published in a limited edition, signed and numbered by the original artist.

An original print is technically a unique piece of work as it is only produced as a limited edition, and each individual print is numbered by the artist, typically written as a fraction – for example, 12/100. The number to the right of the slash indicates the total number of prints published (in this case 100), while the number to the left of the slash, is the individual number of that particular art print.

For a genuine original art print, a certificate of authenticity or certificate should also be included with the print. On the certificate there will be additional specifications regarding the artwork, such as the materials used, signing date and signature of the artist.

Every Signed Limited Edition includes

Certificate of Authenticity

• Limited edition
  This limited edition print on fine art canvas is only released in 355 copies, broken down into 4 different sizes; 3 x 100 issues and 1 x 50 issues (+5 AP), all numbered and signed. No more copies other than these will ever be released. Read more about my conditions regarding limited edition in the terms and conditions.
• 100% artist inspection
  I personally inspect every single print to insure that it lives up to the contrast and hue in accordance to the original painting. Only when I am satisfied with the results is the print assigned its unique number, its title and my signature.
• Certification
  Every limited edition print is delivered with its own corresponding Certificate of Authenticity – your guarantee that your work is a genuine ArtByBettina.
• Giclèe Print
  Giclée print on fine art cotton canvases are made with the highest quality inkjet printers and the best quality UltraCrome HDX pigmented inks with fade resistant colours which are available on the market.
• Delivery
  Choose to have your print delivered rolled in a tube and bring it to your local professional framer to get it stretched, or have it delivered stretched on a wooden frame ready to hang.