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Georges Rouault
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Georges Rouault
- Cirque de L'Etoile Filante (Chapon/Rouault 240-256 a/b)
- Aquatint
- overall: 450 by 335 mm 17 3/4 by 13 1/4 in
The complete book comprising 17 aquatints printed in colors, 1938, 17 aquatints printed in black and 82 wood-engravings en-texte by George Aubert, each aquatint in black signed in ink by Rouault, signed again on the justification page, numbered 23 (from the total edition of 250 plus 30 hors commerce), on japon impérial, printed by Lacourière, published by Ambroise Vollard, bound (as issued)
Condition
Bound in original cover and case with the title in gilt lettering on the spine, in matching slipcase. The prints in good condition, with original interleaving sheets, each with corresponding title in pencil. The outer case with some wear, and the slipcase (possibly) re-glued, with significant wear.
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.