Lot 50
  • 50

Marc Chagall

Estimate
2,000 - 2,500 USD
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Description

  • Marc Chagall
  • Bible: one plate (See C. bks. 30)
  • sheet 535 by 390 mm 21 1/8 by 15 3/8 in
Etching with hand-coloring, 1958, initialed in pencil and numbered 37/100, from The Bible, published by Tériade, Paris, on Arches wove paper, with wide margins (the top and bottom folded back c. 1 inch), generally in good condition apart from light- and mat stain, framed

Condition

The print is generally in good condition. The sheet is folded back as described, light-stain is visible in the margins, discoloration on the verso comprises mat stain and occasional brown stains, not visible on recto. The print is hinged with Japan at the upper sheet edge on the folded back portion of the margin..
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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