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Marc Chagall
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Marc Chagall
- Bible: Verve. Vol. VIII, Nos 33 et 34 (M. 117-146; C. Bks. 25)
- book with lithographs
- sheets: 355 by 261 mm 14 by 10 1/2 in
- overall: 364 by 268 by 24 mm 14 1/3 by 10 1/2 by 1 in
The complete set of 29 lithographs, 17 printed in colors, 1956, from the edition of 6500, bound (as issued), on wove paper, with an additional original lithograph printed on the hard cover, 105 héliogravures after etchings by the artist, title page and text in French by Meyer Shapiro and Jean Wahl, printed by Mourlot Frères, Paris, published by Verve, Paris (29 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition, the full sheets with strong colors. The sheets with faint time-stain at the extreme edges. Each sheet with a few scattered pale fox marks and the occasional trace of surface soiling (recto and verso). The cover in good condition with faint discoloration at the upper and lower edges and a surface scuff at the lower right quadrant.
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.