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Les Ames Mortes by N. Gogol - Complete Suite by Marc Chagall - 1948

1948

$86,584.27
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Les Ames mortes (by N. Gogol) is a very rare suite of etchings realized by Marc Chagall (1887-1985). Complete set of 96 etchings hors-texte and 11 etched vignettes en-texte for the heading chapters. Realized on Arches wove paper watermarked Les Ames mortes, with title, text in French and justification. Signed and dedicated "Pour Alla et Dicky Goldschmidt en bon souvenir et merci __ Marc Chagall, Bruxelles, 1957" in black ink on the title page, the justification signed in black ink. Copy number 322, from the edition of 335 (there were also 33 hors-commerce copies). Published by Tériade, Paris, 1948, the full sheets. Some occasional foxing, otherwise in very good condition. The 96 etchings loose (as issued), within paper wrappers with title printed in black on front, two volumes, within the original cream paper-covered boards and slipcase, with title on spine, the paper wrappers with foxing, the slipcase with wear and staining (portfolio) 400 x 300 mm. (overall). Grand prix of the jury at Venice Biennale. (Cramer books 17).
  • Creator:
    Marc Chagall (1887 - 1985, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1948
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M-1063191stDibs: LU65036333552

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