Lot 53
  • 53

Marc Chagall 1887-1985

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Marc Chagall
  • La Cocotte
  • signed Chagall (lower right)
  • pen and ink on paper
  • sheet: 7 1/2 by 9 3/4 in.
  • 19 by 25 cm.
  • executed in 1926

Provenance

(Sale: Sotheby's, New York, November 9, 1994, lot 227, illustrated)
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

sheet moderately toned, slight oxidation of ink, minor crease to upper left corner, inscribed '25' on the reverse, two tape hinges to upper corners on reverse
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.

Catalogue Note

This work was one of 92 drawings created by Chagall for Suite Provinciale, by Gustave Coquiot, published in Paris in 1927.  The authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by the Comité Chagall.