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A Chalk and Watercolor Portrait by Gaetano de Gennaro of the Poet Marc Chesneau

$2,400
£1,846.24
€2,142.96
CA$3,384.57
A$3,791.29
CHF 1,991.32
MX$46,100.88
NOK 25,216.65
SEK 23,937.38
DKK 15,993.74

About the Item

A pastel and watercolor portrait of the poet Marc Chesneau (1899-1980), drawn by Gaetano de Gennaro (1890-1959). Drawn on paper, signed and dated with the message "to the poet of Reveline and the spells of singing peace." Matted with a linen mat and framed in the original silvered Art Deco frame. Minor touch-ups, marks and dents (see detail photos).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1934
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Minor frame touch-ups. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 33261stDibs: LU824843900492

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