How to find a good quality print of this painting?

March 11, 2024 8:44 PM

I wanted to ask the hivemind’s advice about obtaining art prints to hang in your home. We really like this painting and wanted a high quality print. We reached out to the artist's estate by email and phone a few times and it ultimately just fizzled out because they weren't too responsive. any other ideas or suggestions?
posted by Lucubrator to Home & Garden (5 answers total)

I’ve found a listing on Amazon using a google of the artist’s name and the word ‘poster’
The title is different but looks the same image?
“Oh, Freedom”
posted by calgirl at 9:15 PM on March 11

I see an 17"x22 print on eBay (original is 48"x64) that says it's licensed by Castle Gallery Prints.
posted by at at 11:08 PM on March 11

Response by poster: Thank you for these! I’ve never bought prints online - is there anything specific I need to look out for when getting the one off eBay e.g.?
posted by Lucubrator at 4:46 AM on March 12

I don't know if this is appropriate, but: in this Smithsonian American Art Museum education module, an image of the Alston painting is made available for download.
posted by Iris Gambol at 7:12 AM on March 12

Best answer: Have you tried to contact the Smithsonian for a high-resolution image and permission to print? I expect they will not object if it's for personal use. The email to contact them for image rights (usually for publication) is [e-mail]
posted by rabbitbookworm at 7:18 AM on March 12 [2 favorites]