
Description
An excellent period offset lithograph, print of Portrait De Paul Eluard (Portrait of Paul Eluard, a French poet and friend of the artist, 1947) by Fernand Léger. Comes from a First Limited Edition art folio published by Editions Du Chene in Paris, France in 1948. Edition N266. Signed in the print (printed) at the lower right corner: "F. Leger 47". Printed on one side. Hand tipped-in on a board of heavy paper. Information regarding the original artwork, in French, will be found by lifting the piece. Numbered "XII" in lower right corner. Excellent condition - lower top corner is attached to the board, minor edge wear on the board, never framed.
Please notice: this piece was published and printed a year after the painting was finished.
Overall 11"W x 15"H
Image 8"W x 10.5"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition - lower top corner is attached to the board, minor edge wear on the board, never framed.
Dimensions:
Height: 15 in.
Width: 11 in.
Depth: 0.1 in.
Category: Reproduction Prints
Origin: France
Materials: Paper, Printmaking Materials
Creator: Styled After: Fernand Léger
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Please notice: this piece was published and printed a year after the painting was finished.
Overall 11"W x 15"H
Image 8"W x 10.5"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition - lower top corner is attached to the board, minor edge wear on the board, never framed.
Dimensions:
Height: 15 in.
Width: 11 in.
Depth: 0.1 in.
Category: Reproduction Prints
Origin: France
Materials: Paper, Printmaking Materials
Creator: Styled After: Fernand Léger
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent condition - lower top corner is attached to the board, minor edge wear on the board, never framed.
Buyer's Premium
20%
1948 After Fernand Léger "Portrait of Paul Eluard", First Edition Period Offset Lithograph
Estimate $650-$1,880
Starting Price
$650
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