Etching

What is etching?

Etching is a technique where a design is created on a metal surface by using a strong acid or mordant to eat away the unprotected parts of the metal, leaving the desired pattern in relief (intaglio). In modern art and manufacturing, different chemicals may be used depending on the material being etched.
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Composition No 3, from 12 Etchings

Anish Kapoor

Composition No 3, from 12 Etchings, 2007

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 15,000

Minotaur Caressing a Woman

Pablo Picasso

Minotaur Caressing a Woman, 1933

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 24,000 - 26,000

Sculptor Reclining Before Centaur and Woman

Pablo Picasso

Sculptor Reclining Before Centaur and Woman, 1933

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 15,100

Untitled Red (American Foundation)

Sam Francis

Untitled Red (American Foundation), 1992

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 11,600

Jumps Out at You, No?

Jim Dine

Jumps Out at You, No?, 1993

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 14,000 - 16,000

Pumpkin Army

Yayoi Kusama

Pumpkin Army, 1994

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 45,000 - 50,000

Elephant Skull

Henry Moore

Elephant Skull, 1969

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 1,620

La Soleil a Vécu (The Sun has Lived)

Etel Adnan

La Soleil a Vécu (The Sun has Lived), 2020

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 9,000

Fil du Temps

Etel Adnan

Fil du Temps, 2021

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 5,500 - 7,000

Home

David Hockney

Home, 1969

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 25,000 - 32,500

To Love

Damien Hirst

To Love, 2008

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 8,500 - 11,000

Bodegón

Rufino Tamayo

Bodegón, 1980

Limited Edition Print

Etching

EUR 5,200

Torre Blanca, P. 197

Rufino Tamayo

Torre Blanca, P. 197, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 5,500

Dos Figuras, P. 205

Rufino Tamayo

Dos Figuras, P. 205, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 6,600

Cabeza Sur Fonde Verte, P. 258

Rufino Tamayo

Cabeza Sur Fonde Verte, P. 258, 1984

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 6,600

Figura Sobre Azur

Rufino Tamayo

Figura Sobre Azur, 1976

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 5,200

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Intaglio

Intaglio is a printmaking technique where a design is incised below the surface of a metal or stone plate. Ink is applied to the plate, filling the incised lines or depressions, while the surface is wiped clean. The ink in the depressions is then transferred to paper using an etching press. Common intaglio techniques include engraving, etching, and drypoint.

Land Art

Also referred to as Earth Art, Earthworks, or Environmental Art, Land Art is a sculptural movement that involves creating artworks that integrate conceptual or physical elements of the earth or landscape into the finished piece. These works often interact directly with the environment, using natural materials and settings to explore themes related to nature, place, and time

Behavior Art

A Chinese term that describes performance art. This concept is relatively new and may be challenging to articulate unless people understand the intentions behind it. It is a flexible concept that emphasizes everyday, common, and community-focused elements. The art form is heightened, refined, and reflective of how people behave, move, and live.

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