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Ed Ruscha, Stringbean, 1983, Lithograph, on Rives BFK paper, with full margins,

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Stringbean

Ed Ruscha (American, b. 1937) · 1983

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Medium: Lithograph · Prints & multiples all lithograph results →
As published: “Lithograph, on Rives BFK paper, with full margins,”
Support: Paper
Edition: 12/21
Signed / inscribed: Signed · Ed Ruscha signature
Category: Lithographs
Dimensions: I. 22 x 17 in (55.9 x 43.2 cm); S. 30 x 22 3/8 in (76.2 x 56.8 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Evening & Day Editions (NY030013)
Date: April 29, 2013
Location: New York
Lot: 224
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000 (≈ £2,574 – £3,862) (≈ €3,050 – €4,576)
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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