Lot 205
  • 205

François-Xavier Lalanne

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • François-Xavier Lalanne
  • L'oiseau (bonne année)
  • Etching
  • plate: 100 by 139 mm 4 by 5 1/2 in
  • folded sheet: 125 by 165 mm 5 by 6 1/2 in
Etching, signed in pencil, numbered 10/24, inscribed (inside) 'Bonne année françois...', on a folded sheet of wove paper used as a New Year's greeting card, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition, the full sheet. With overall discoloration, particularly at the extreme edges. A folded New Year's greeting card with central fold and inscription from the artist inside. The unfolded sheet measures 125 by 330 mm. The verso in good condition with some faint discoloration.
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