In this second installment of ArtSpeak, I aim to shed light on two terms frequently employed by artists and gallery owners: Artist Proofs (APs) and Hors de Commerce (HCs). During my tenure as a gallery worker, we would occasionally acquire art labeled with AP or HC. These designations set the work apart from the standard numbered series. Explaining these terms to collectors, enthusiasts, and students became a routine task. So, let’s dive into what these markings mean and why they matter to artists.

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