- 78
Portfolio
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Portfolio
- Un Poème dans chaque livre (C. BKS 27)
- Signed and numbered 100/100
- Portfolio comprising etchings, drypoints, lithographs and woodcuts
- each sheet: approx. 192 by 180mm 7 5/8 by 7 1/8 in
- overall: 216 by 199 by 57mm 8 1/2 by 7 7/8 by 2 1/4 in
The complete portfolio, comprising 16 prints by Marc Chagall and various artists, 1956, signed in pencil on the justification by most of the collaborating artists, numbered 100, from the total edition of 120, on BFK Rives wove paper, with title and text, loose (as issued), in the original satin-covered protective boards and slipcase
Condition
With full margins, in good condition, very minor offsetting on some sheets, occasional minute fox marks, light scuffing and minor wear to the corners of the satin covering on the slipcase and one section of the covering pulling away slightly.
"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
The collaborating artists are: Arp (A. 201), Beaudin, Braque (V. 108), Dominguez, Ernst (S./L. 68), Giacometti (L. 98), Hugo, Laurens, Léger (S. 142), Masson (C. 37), Miró (C. 37), Picasso (C. 81), Tanguy and Villon. Signed on the justification by each artist excluding Laurens, Léger and Tanguy.