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Illustrated Manuscript of Pierre de Ronsard's Livre des Amours, des Sonnets pour Hélène et des Odes, 30 April 1946
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Illustrated Manuscript of Pierre de Ronsard's Livre des Amours, des Sonnets pour Hélène et des Odes, 30 April 1946
- 1 vol. (34 by 26.5 cm) hand-painted book with calligraphy in black, red and gold by Alain Dellile, 24 leaves with 7 full-page gouaches by Alexandra Exter, edition 2 of 5, signed in the colophone by Dellile and Exter; held in cardboard slipcase
- ink, gouache and pencil on paper
- 33 by 26cm, 13 by 10 1/4 in.
with calligraphy by Alain Dellile, 24 leaves with 7 full-page gouaches by Alexandra Exter, number 2 of 5 copies, signed in the colophone by Dellile and Exter; held in a cardboard slipcase
Provenance
Acquired by the father of the present owner
Condition
The binding is loose; held in a cardboard cover with cardboard slipcase. Some foxing and minor creasing, discoloration in line with age. Colors are vibrant.
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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."