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Alphonse Mucha
Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
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Description
- Alphonse Mucha
- 'The Four Seasons' calendar for Chocolat Masson/Chocolat Mexicain
lithographs
- 46 x 84 cm (30 x 14 cm each)
each stamped in the block 'Mucha' and 'F. Champenois, Paris' and either 'Chocolat Masson' or 'Chocolat Mexicain', each with three months printed to the reverse
Condition
Advertising at top and part of calendar cut at top and lower edges of three of the four sheets (top intact to July-September sheet). Framers pencil marks to reverse. Each sheet taped to mount twice on top edge, mount not acid free and has discoloured the card considerably. Tear to the lower edge of December (Autumn). However, warm colours and gold tones make for an attractive decorative set.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
One of Mucha's most popular subjects, 'The Four Seasons' calendars were printed in 1896, 1897, and 1900. A further two sets of designs also exist.