Chuck Close - Self-Portrait (2009)

Self-Portrait, 2009

Artist: Chuck Close (1940, Monroe, WA – 2021, New York)
Medium: Etching with embossed printing on vellum
Image Size: 133 × 103 cm
Edition: 13/30
Markings: Signed, dated, and numbered by the artist
Frame: Box frame, 135 × 107.5 × 6.5 cm

Literature:

• vgl. Danilowitz, Brenda: The Prints of Josef Albers – A Catalogue Raisonné, 1915–1976, Manchester/New York 2010 (2nd ed.), cat. rais. no. 175.10, ill.

Description:  Chuck Close’s Self-Portrait (2009) is a monumental etching that exemplifies his groundbreaking approach to portraiture. Executed with embossed printing on vellum, the work captures the meticulous detail and grid-based technique that became the artist’s hallmark. The scale of the piece, combined with the tactile quality of the embossed surface, creates a powerful visual impact, reflecting Close’s exploration of identity, perception, and the mechanics of representation.

Produced in a very limited edition of 30, each impression is signed, dated, and numbered by the artist, making this work a rare and highly sought-after example of Close’s late printmaking practice

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✔ Tracking number included for secure delivery

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FAQ 

Is this Chuck Close artwork an original edition?
Yes, this Self-Portrait (2009) is an original etching with embossed printing on vellum from the limited edition of 30, each signed, dated, and numbered by Chuck Close.

What technique was used to create this work?
The artwork is an etching printed on vellum with embossed elements, showcasing Close’s signature grid-based method and meticulous detail.

Does the piece come with documentation?
Yes, the work is delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity and full provenance details.

Is this edition considered a good investment?
Absolutely. Late-period prints by Chuck Close—especially large-scale self-portraits in small editions—are highly sought after and consistently strong on the secondary market.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes, we ship worldwide from France with professional packaging, full insurance, and tracking for secure delivery.