- 40A
Marc Chagall
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Marc Chagall
- Cirque (M. 490-527; C. BKS. 68)
- lithographs printed in colors
- overall: 453 by 347 by 60 mm 17 7/8 by 13 5/8 by 2 3/8 in
The complete portfolio of 38 lithographs, 23 printed in colors, 1967, signed in pencil on the justification page, numbered 107, from the total edition of 270, loose (as issued), on Arches wove paper, with text, printed by Mourlot, Paris, published by Tériade, Paris, contained in the original paper wrapper within beige cloth-covered boards and slipcase (38 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition, full sheets and many with fresh, rich colors. The sheets of five are slightly toned. Three prints with unobtrusive foxing, verso, not visible from recto. Two with time-stain at the sheet edges and the final two plates with an unobtrusive crease in the bottom right corner.
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.
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.