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De Magiër, a rare lithographed poster by Chris Lebeau 1915
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- 118 x 81,7 cm, cut down on all sides, the lower border lacks 6 cm with loss of signature and printers address
a Symbolist lithographed poster for the play Magic by G. K. Chesterton, depicting various theosophical symbols such as the lotus bud surrounded by water, the wizard lifting mankind from the dark, the wizard symbolised by the owl on the torso and the pearl on his forehead, in shades of grey and black on a cream ground, framed
Literature
Not in Dooijes / Brattinga; Prokopoff / Franciscono fig. 38; Exhib. Cat. Assen / Haarlem 1987, p. 146, fig. 141
Condition
Uninspected out of frame, cut down on all sides, the lower border 6 cm resulting in loss of signature and printers address (printed by Lankhout Den Haag), with loss of black border on three sides, folded in the middle, discolouration in the centre of the fold and outer borders, expertly restored on top in ink and brush on added paper
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"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."