Black Jokes by Richard Prince, 1992, The complete set of 11 etchings with drypoint, photo etching and aquatint, on Somerset Satin paper, with full margins, sold Jan 2026

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Black Jokes

Richard Prince (American, b. 1949) · 1992

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Medium: Etching · Prints & multiples all etching results →
As published: “The complete set of 11 etchings with drypoint, photo etching and aquatint, on Somerset Satin paper, with full margins”
Support: Paper
Edition: 38/40
Signed / inscribed: Signed and numbered 38/40 in pencil
Category: Etchings
Dimensions: all I. 27.3 x 40.3 cm (10 3/4 x 15 7/8 in.) all S. 46.2 x 54.2 cm (18 1/4 x 21 3/8 in.)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Contemporary Editions: Online Auction (UK030526)
Date: January 20, 2026
Location: London
Lot: 272
Estimate: £3,000 – £5,000 (≈ $4,034 – $6,723) (≈ €3,439 – €5,732)
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