Henri Laurens

The deluxe edition of the book, comprising 33 woodcuts (all but one printed in colors) eight in-texte, plus the separate suite of 33 woodcuts printed on Japan, with text by Lucien de Samosate and translation by Emile Chambray, 1951, signed in pencil on the justification page, this copy numbered 14, from the total edition of 275, printed by Théo Schmied, Paris, published by Tériade, Paris, contained in original wrappers, folder and slipcase

The book is in good condition overall. Many sheets have pale scattered foxing at the extreme right sheet edge, and there is an occasional faint smudge or fingerprint in the margins. The prints in the additional suite have soft handling creases, and a few plates have short creases at the tips of the sheets or at the extreme sheet edges. One or two plates from the suite have pale fox marks. The portfolio case is slightly worn, and is just beginning to split in places at the 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.
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.