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Cartier-Bresson, Henri. Dessins 1973 - 1981, First Edition, Presentation Copy

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Author: CARTIER-BRESSON, Henri. Title: Dessins 1973 - 1981. 20 mai - 13 septembre 1981. Publisher: Paris: Musee d'Art Moderne, 1981. FIRST EDITION PRESENTATION COPY. 1 vol., quarto, 11-3/8" x 8-3/16", inscribed on the title-page "a Ruta avec toute mon affection - Henri", 34 pages of B&W reproductions of drawings by the artist, text in French. Bound in the publisher's printed wrappers. Condition: Edges of covers slightly sunned, internally clean and bright, slight rubbing to hinges, overall a VERY GOOD copy. Additional Information: "Ruta" is likely Ruta Sadoul, who set up "l'Association des Amis de Georges Sadoul" in which Cartier-Bresson played a part. This item comes with a "COA" - Certificate of Authenticity.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1981
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hillsborough, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6214227070372
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