Julian Opie - Ruth Smoking 3

Ruth Smoking 3

Artist: Julian Opie (b. 1958, London)
Medium: Lambda print on Fujicolor digital archival paper
Dimensions: 15 × 9 3/4 in (38 × 25 cm)
Date: 2005
Edition: Artist’s proof 33/50 (AP XXXIII/V), apart from the edition of 250
Publisher: Published by Alan Cristea Gallery (London)

Frame/Pedestal: Not framed (sheet)

Description:
Julian Opie’s Ruth Smoking 3 (2005) is a crisp and instantly recognizable example of the artist’s contemporary portrait language—where minimal lines, flat color, and graphic simplification capture personality with striking immediacy. Using a Lambda printing process on Fujicolor digital archival paper, Opie translates his signature visual style into a clean, modern edition that blurs the boundaries between fine art, illustration, and design. The figure’s calm stance and iconic sunglasses create a cool, urban presence, while the cigarette gesture adds subtle narrative tension. Numbered as an artist’s proof (AP XXXIII/V), this work sits outside the standard edition of 250 published by Alan Cristea Gallery in London, offering enhanced collectability within Opie’s celebrated print market.

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FAQ 

Is this Julian Opie artwork an original edition?
Yes. Ruth Smoking 3 is an authentic limited edition print by Julian Opie, issued as an artist’s proof (AP XXXIII/V), apart from the edition of 250, and published by Alan Cristea Gallery, London.

What technique was used for this piece?
The work is a Lambda print on Fujicolor digital archival paper, a high-quality photographic printing process known for sharp definition and long-term stability.

Does the artwork come with documentation?
No certificate is mentioned in the provided details. The work is identified and authenticated through its artist’s proof numbering to the lower left (AP XXXIII/V) and the publication information from Alan Cristea Gallery.

Is this edition a good investment?
Yes. Julian Opie is widely collected internationally, and his figurative portrait series remain among his most sought-after works. Artist’s proofs are typically produced in smaller numbers than standard editions, making them especially desirable for collectors.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes, the artwork ships worldwide from Lambertville, New Jersey with professional packaging, full insurance, and a tracking number for secure delivery.