Limited Edition canvases from Thomas Kinkade Studios are not just works of art; they’re windows into serene landscapes and idyllic scenes, cherished by collectors around the world for their beauty and exclusivity.
When you choose a Limited Edition, you are ensured an exceptional piece of artwork. Captured on premium canvas that’s hand-stretched on wooden bars, these paintings are hand-highlighted by skilled artisans with fine acrylic paints.
Limited Edition Types Explained
Featuring long-life pigment inks, edition numbers, and engraved brass nameplates, these Limited Editions are individually numbered with certificates of authenticity to match the piece. All editions feature a two-letter code indicating different sought-after characteristics.
A/P – Artist Proof
The Artist Proof canvas is issued in a small edition. Artist Proofs are individually hand-highlighted and are designated with the letters A/P during the numbering process.
A/N – Atelier National
Each Atelier National piece is hand-highlighted and numbered. The A/N designation is then applied.
E/E – Estate Edition
The Estate Edition is an extremely limited edition created with a textured process. It is then finished by a Master Highlighter with additional highlighting and a special hand sketched Remarque is applied to the verso side of the canvas. Each Estate Edition is designated by letter E/E during the numbering process.
E/P – Examination Proof
The Examination Proof is produced to give collectors like you the chance to preview select new releases. The small edition Examination Proof canvases are each individually hand-highlighted. The E/P designation is added during the numbering process.
G/P – Gallery Proof
The Gallery Proof canvas is individually hand-highlighted and can be distinguished by the unique gold foil Remarque stamped onto the image. Gallery Proofs are designated with letters G/P during the numbering process.
I/P – International Proof
International Proof indicates pieces to be distributed outside of the United States. Each is individually hand-highlighted and can be distinguished by a gold foil stamp on the front of the canvas. The letters I/P are added during the numbering process as well.
M/E – Master Edition
Each Master Edition canvas has been uniquely detailed. Thomas Kinkade extensively hand-highlighted each of these paintings. A highly detailed Remarque was hand sketched on the verso side of the canvas by the master painter. The artist’s thumbprint and Master Edition Seal is located on the back of the canvas indicating exclusivity and true personal touch. Authentic Master Edition pieces have been hand-signed in metallic ink by Thomas Kinkade. The letters M/E are added during the numbering process.
O/R – Original
An Original means Thomas Kinkade, the Estate of Thomas Kinkade, the Kinkade Family Trust, Thomas Kinkade Studios, LLC and/or one or more of their assignees owns the original artwork copyright for this piece. This copyright extends to all preparatory studies, sketches, layouts, design work, including character design and architectural design, color schemes, final rendering and brushwork by Thomas Kinkade and/or any apprentices, assistants, designers and graphic artists involved with the creation of the artwork. The original used in printing these Limited Edition prints has been retained for archival purposes.
P/P – Publisher Proof
The Publisher Proof canvas is a very small edition available at the discretion of the Publisher. Hand-highlighted and numbered, they are designated P/P during the numbering process.
R/E – Renaissance Edition
The Renaissance Edition pieces each feature uniquely textured brushstroke processes and the work of a master highlighter. Those released prior to April 6, 2012, involve a unique process recreating the brushwork of the artist. A Master Highlighter finished each piece. A special Remarque is applied to the verso side of the canvas. The artist has then hand-signed the front of the canvas, and a foil-stamped silver Renaissance Edition seal has been applied to the back of the painting. Each Renaissance Edition is then designated by the letters R/E during the numbering process.
Renaissance Edition pieces released after April 6, 2012, are created with a textured brushstroke process. A Master Highlighter enhances the piece with additional highlights. A special Remarque is applied to the verso side of the canvas. Lastly, a foil-stamped silver Renaissance Edition seal is applied to the back of the canvas. The letters R/E designation is applied during the numbering process.
SE/SN – Serigraph Standard Number
The Serigraph Standard Number indicates that a serigraphs artist has painstakingly reproduced an original piece of art by the serigraphy print-making technique. Colors are carefully added one at a time by hand to capture finite details and the original hue and vibrancy of the original piece. These hand created reproductions are exact.. The Standard Numbered Canvas edition piece is then individually hand-highlighted and numbered with the S/N designation during the numbering process.
S/N – Standard Numbered
The Standard Numbered canvas is individually hand-highlighted and numbered with the designation of S/N in the numbering process.
S/P – Studio Proof
The Studio Proof Limited Editions can differ depending on release date. Images released prior to April 6, 2012, are created with a textured brushstroke process that recreates the artist’s actual brushwork. A Master Highlighter then finishes and hand sketches an original and identifying Remarque on the verso side of the canvas. The artist then places final highlights himself, and hand signed the front of the canvas in metallic ink. Lastly, a foil stamped gold Studio Proof seal is applied to the verso side. S/P is applied during the numbering process to designate the piece as a Studio Proof.
Images released after April 6, 2012, are a special reserve edition. Each is created with a unique textured brushstroke process. A Master Highlighter then enhances the image with additional highlights and hand sketches an original and identifying Remarque on the verso side of the canvas. Lastly, a foil-stamped gold Studio Proof seal is applied to the back of the canvas. S/P is added during the numbering process to designate the piece a Studio Proof, and a metallic authorized signature is applied to the front of the canvas.
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