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Carlos Schwabe
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Carlos Schwabe
- L'Ange de la Mort
- Mine de plomb sur papier
Signé et daté en bas à gauche CARLOS SCHWABE 93 - 23,5 x 17 cm (9 1/4 x 6 5/8 in.)
Literature
Jean-David Jumeau-Lafond, Carlos Schwabe symboliste et visionnaire, Paris 1994, p.60 (reproduction de la gravure)
Condition
The paper waves very slightly. A very small folding appears in the upper right. Two minor dirt spots are visible on the composition.
The visual in the catalogue is a bit too dark : the paper is really more cream-like rather than beige.
Good condition.
"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
Ce dessin est préparatoire à l'une des illustrations pour L'immortalité, troisième partie du livre d'Edmond Haraucourt, L'effort, publié en 1894 par Octave Uzanne chez les Bibliophiles Contemporains (166 ex.).
Il s'agit de l'un des plus luxueux livres de la bibliophilie symboliste.
Il s'agit de l'un des plus luxueux livres de la bibliophilie symboliste.
Notre dessin est préparatoire à l'illustration page 67, L'ange de la mort se penche sur les humains gisant dans le désert de l'oubli.
La mort est un thème récurrent dans l'oeuvre de Carlos Schwabe et on peut citer plusieurs dessins et aquarelles sur ce sujet, le Dessin à la mémoire de Guillaume Lekeu 1894 (collection particulière), L'ange de la mort 1894 (localisation inconnue), et surtout la célèbre aquarelle conservée au musée du Louvre La mort du fossoyeur (1895 - 1900), oeuvre énigmatique, sorte d'invitation pleine d'espoir au voyage dans l'au-delà.
Nous remercions Monsieur Jean-David Jumeau-Lafond qui a aimablement confirmé l'authenticité de ce dessin et contribué à la rédaction de la notice.