10 Reasons You Should Invest in Limited Edition Prints

1. Affordability

Limited edition prints are a cost-effective way to start your journey as a collector, or to add valuable artwork to your collection. As prints are created in multiples, their price point is always lower than the original artwork .

2. Rarity

Limited edition prints are exactly that, limited. Meaning that only a certain number are produced of the given edition. Whilst this means that they are rare and unique, the value of limited-edition prints is also maintained in restrictedly obtainability.

3. Appreciation Potential

Limited edition prints have appreciated in value over the years and can increase in value with time, making them an excellent investment choice. Where an original artwork can only be exhibited in one place at one time, a print can be exhibited and represented at multiple times in multiple places.

4. High-Quality Work

Limited edition prints are usually created using advanced printing technology that reproduces artwork with precision. This ensures high quality representation in of the work itself or, of the original work.

5. Easy Maintenance
Unlike original artwork, limited edition prints do not require special conditions to be maintained. This makes them easy to care for, and they can be displayed in various locations without fear of damage.

6. Authentication
Limited edition prints are authenticated by the artist, ensuring genuinity of the print. This authentication increases buyer confidence and value of the print. 

7. Diverse Range

Limited edition prints come in a diverse range of artwork styles and subject matters. This allows collectors to find and invest in prints that resonate with personal tastes and preferences, while also managing risk.

8. Cultural/Historical Value
Investing in limited edition prints from reputable and emerging artists, can, not only be a way to align with talent early in their career; but also to cultural events and/or historical moments. Collectors who are able align themselves in this way, can gain insight to moments of significance in the art market.

9. Transferability
Whether you are a buyer or seller of a limited edition print, collectors usually find a market when they decide to buy or sell. Limited edition prints can be bought and sold more easily in the secondary market, also offering a higher potential in provenance of the work.

 10. Aesthetics

Original artworks can often find themselves preciously stored under climate-controlled conditions, unable to be appreciated by their collector. Limited edition prints, enhance individuals’ aesthetic experience of their collection, living or working space, while potentially seeing a return on investment.