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Fernand Léger
Estimate
18,000 - 24,000 USD
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- Cirque (Saphire 44-106)
- Each sheet circa 422 by 645 mm 16 3/5 by 25 3/8 in
The complete book, comprising 63 lithographs, 22 illuminations and text, signed in blue ball point pen on the justification page, this copy numbered 190.
Condition
The prints are in good condition apart from off-printing and occasional foxing throughout.. The boards are splitting at the binding and the slipcase is in very poor condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
34 of the lithographs are printed in colors, there are 22 illuminations and manuscript text. One of 280 numbered copies (the total edition was 300), published by Tériade, Les Editions Verve, Paris, 1950, on Arches wove paper, the full sheets, contained in paper covered boards and slipcase