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Original charcoal or chalk drawing, clown, attributed to Pablo Picasso (1881-1973), executed on tracing paper at the forward section of the catalog, for an exhibition held by the Richard Gray Gallery, Chicago. Drawing is signed and dated and is in very good condition. The catalog cover has been damaged and repaired along the top edge. 11 1/4 x 8 1/2 inches.
Condition Note: There may be some pages missing from the catalog, particularly the title page. Lot Note: A note that accompanied the drawing suggests that it was made as a hommage to Marc Chagall, although we are unable to verify this. Private collection, Dallas, Texas. According to various notes and documents and statements from the consignor's family, it appears that some of the books in this collection may have been purchased at the following book fairs: The New York Antiquarian Book Fair, pre-1981 shows; The Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair, circa 1970's shows; The Antiquarian Book Fair, Grosvenor Square, London, dates unknown; The International Antiquarian Book Fair, New York, circa 1975 show; The European Antiquarian Book Fair, circa mid-1980's shows. Please see our "Auction Description" under "Auction Details" for more information about the books being offered in this sale. Lot Note: This lot is being offered as "attributed to" the named artist, meaning that it appears to be of the period and may be wholly or partly by the ascribed artist but that neither Preston Hall nor the consignor can guarantee this attribution. For additional information, please see our Terms and Conditions of Sale regarding attributed works of art. ImagesClick on thumbnails to see larger images:
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