MARC CHAGALL (1887-1985) Homme et oiseau (pour Philip James) (Executed in St. Paul in 1970)
MARC CHAGALL (1887-1985)
Homme et oiseau (pour Philip James)
signed 'Marc Chagall' (on the right frontispiece, lower right) and inscribed and dated 'St. Paul 1970 Pour M. Philip. James en bon souvenir' (on the opposite page)
coloured crayon and felt-tip pen on paper
17.4 x 30.9cm (6 7/8 x 12 3/16in).
Executed in Saint-Paul de Vence in 1970
Footnotes:
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Comité Marc Chagall.
Provenance
Philip James Collection, UK (a gift from the artist in 1970).
Private collection, London.
Acquired from the above by the previous owner.
Private collection, UK (acquired from the above).
This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: AR
AR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.
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Condition
Please note this work is executed on the frontispiece of a publication which is still attached to the book. There are a couple of very discreet scuffs in places, and one or two spots of foxing visible upon close inspection.In our opinion, the work is in overall excellent condition.
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MARC CHAGALL (1887-1985)
Homme et oiseau (pour Philip James)
signed 'Marc Chagall' (on the right frontispiece, lower right) and inscribed and dated 'St. Paul 1970 Pour M. Philip. James en bon souvenir' (on the opposite page)
coloured crayon and felt-tip pen on paper
17.4 x 30.9cm (6 7/8 x 12 3/16in).
Executed in Saint-Paul de Vence in 1970
Footnotes:
The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Comité Marc Chagall.
Provenance
Philip James Collection, UK (a gift from the artist in 1970).
Private collection, London.
Acquired from the above by the previous owner.
Private collection, UK (acquired from the above).
This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: AR
AR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.
For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Condition
Please note this work is executed on the frontispiece of a publication which is still attached to the book. There are a couple of very discreet scuffs in places, and one or two spots of foxing visible upon close inspection.In our opinion, the work is in overall excellent condition.
Estimate
Time, Location
Auction House
