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Lot 165
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Georges Rouault

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • Georges Rouault
  • Amazone and Amer Citron (C./R. 198 and 242d)
  • aquatint in colors
  • first 298 by 226 mm 11 3/4 by 8 7/8 in
  • second 315 by 217 mm 12 3/8 by 8 1/2 in
Two aquatints printed in colors, from Cirque and Cirque de l'Étoile Filante respectively, 1930-1935, from total editions of 270 and 250, on laid paper, framed (2 prints) 

Condition

The prints are in good condition with wide margins. Amazone: The sheet with pale light- and mat stain, occasional areas of surface soiling in the margins and verso. Amere Citron: The sheet slightly waved, the margins with pale light-stain, scattered foxing (mainly well away from the image), and mat stain at the sheet edges. The verso with additional foxing and discoloration at sheet edges.
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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