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MARC CHAGALL | Poèmes (Cramer Books 74)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Marc Chagall
- Poèmes (Cramer Books 74)
- woodcut
- each sheet: 375 by 298mm 14 3/4 by 11 3/4 in
- overall: 380 by 300mm 15 by 12in
The album, comprising 24 woodcuts printed in colours, 1968, with title-page, list of plates, text, and justification, this copy signed in pencil, numbered 78 from the edition of 200 (the total edition was 238), published by Cramer Geneva, on BFK Rives wove paper, loose (as issued) in paper wrappers in beige cloth boards with parchment and gold printing on spine in slip case (lacking one set of blank leaves, but with an extra title page)
Condition
The full sheets, in good condition apart from some foxing mostly on paper wrappers and at extreme edges of sheets, the box slightly worn.
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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."
"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."