Lot 47
  • 47

Marc Chagall

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description

  • Marc Chagall
  • Bible: One Plate (see Cramer Bks 30)
  • sheet 535 by 390 mm 21 1/8 by 15 3/8 in
Etching with hand-coloring, from The Bible, 1958, initialed in pencil and numbered 62/100, on Arches wove paper, published by Teriade, Paris, with full margins, in good condition apart from light- and mat stain, the sheet corners with remains of adhesive, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition. Mat stain has darkened the margins unevenly and there is visible light-stain in the image and just outside the plate mark. Mat stain continues on the verso. The print was previously taped to an acidic back mat; remains of adhesive with associated staining are visible on the reverse.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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