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Marc Chagall
Estimate
130,000 - 180,000 GBP
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Description
- Marc Chagall
- Daphnis & Chloé (C. BKS 46; Mourlot 308-349)
- Signed and numbered 39/250
- lithographs
- each sheet: 423 by 320mm 16 3/4 by 12 5/8 in
- overall: 444 by 346 by 112mm 17 1/2 by 13 5/8 by 4 3/8 in
The complete portfolio, comprising 42 lithographs printed in colours, with text by Longus, 1961, signed in black ink on the justification, numbered 39, from the total edition of 270, loose (as issued), on Arches wove paper, published by Tériade, Paris, contained in the original paper-covered boards and slipcase
Condition
The full sheets, printed to the edges, in good condition apart from pale offsetting. Pale discoloration on the paper covers, a surface scuff on the back board (volume I), slight wear and minor surface soiling on the slipcase.
Very minor imperfections in the individual plates are as follows: a very small piece of tissue adhered to the printed surface of plates 2, 16, 19 and 30, a single fox mark on the verso of plate 3, scattered tiny foxing on the verso of plate 13.
"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."