Sem (1863 - 1934)
Le Retour des courses, 1910
Lithograph on wove paper, scarce COMPLET set in six assembled parts.
Signed on the plate lower left margin.
Dimensions: 34,3 x 915,7 cm / 13.5 x 360.5 in.

Only two other complete sets of these lithographs are known to exist.

This lithograph is a true "who's who" of the celebrities of that era captured by the artist during the return from the horse races, a grand social gathering of the time. Sem's artwork vividly portrays a snapshot of the prominent personalities and notable figures present at this bustling and fashionable event.


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Condition: In overall very good condition with some soft holding creases soft stains and minor tears at edges. The image is very clean otherwise, with bright and vivid colors.







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