Marc Chagall

The complete portfolio, comprising 24 woodcuts printed in colors, six with collage, 1968, signed in pencil and numbered IX on the justification page, one of twelve hors commerce proofs aside from edition of 226 numbered in Arabic numerals, on BFK Rives wove paper, folded (as issued), with poetry by the artist, accompanied by title and justification pages, printed by Lacourière and Frélaut, Paris, published by Cramer, Genève, contained in the original paper wrapper, beige cloth-covered boards and cloth-covered slipcase (24 prints)

The prints are in good condition, the full sheets. Most sheets with faint discoloration along the extreme right edge of the sheet and faint offsetting on the verso. Several sheets with faint foxing, particularly along the right edge of the sheet. One sheet with a soft crease in the deckle at the top right edge. The versos in good condition, most with faint foxing and a few with small spots of faint discoloration. The paper wrapper, boards and slipcase in 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.