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Lot 1060

Marc Chagall (French/Russian, 1887-1985) Etching On Montval Laid Paper, 1927-30 H 11.625" W 9.375" (Plate) Le LiËvre Et Les Grenouilles (From Les Fabl

Estimate: $700 - $900

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Marc Chagall (French/Russian, 1887-1985) Etching On Montval Laid Paper, 1927-30 H 11.625" W 9.375" (Plate) Le LiËvre Et Les Grenouilles (From Les Fables De La Fontaine) | Signed in pencil and annotated 'epreuve d'artiste' (an artist's proof aside from the edition of 100), numbered 21 in pencil verso, unpublished by Ambroise Vollard (due to his untimely death), completed and published by Teriade, Paris in 1952, printed by Maurice Potin, Paris, with full margins (deckle edges on all four sides). Sheet Size H 16.5" W 13.25" Provenance: Teriade, Paris, France; Galerie Vision Nouvelle, Paris, France; G.M.B Galerie Internationale, Royal Oak, MI; From the Estate of a Private Collection, West Bloomfield, MI. Catalogue Raisonne: Cramer books 22; Charles Sorlier, 167. Accompanied by a copy of the letter from E. Teriade, Publisher, Paris, France to G.M.B Galerie certifying that the series of artist's proofs were signed by the artist in his presence.

Condition

with pale time staining along the extreme sheet edge, otherwise no visible abrasions. Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchellesí specialists. Should you have any additional questions regarding the condition of this lot, please email conditions@dumouchelles.com.