Description
Three Circus Artworks. Mid-20th century. Including:
GRAIN, Marguerite (French, 1899–1986). Untitled (Circus Performer with Ball). Signed and dated 1931. Charcoal and pastel on paper laid down on card. 21 7/8 x 17 1/4".
MONTI, Cesarino (Italian, 1916-1979). Untitled (Clown). Signed and dated 56. Watercolor on paper. 15 5/8 x 11 3/4".
(Untitled) Ribbon Twirler. Indistinctly signed and dated 72. Charcoal and watercolor on paper. 12 x 8 3/4".
GRAIN, Marguerite (French, 1899–1986). Untitled (Circus Performer with Ball). Signed and dated 1931. Charcoal and pastel on paper laid down on card. 21 7/8 x 17 1/4".
MONTI, Cesarino (Italian, 1916-1979). Untitled (Clown). Signed and dated 56. Watercolor on paper. 15 5/8 x 11 3/4".
(Untitled) Ribbon Twirler. Indistinctly signed and dated 72. Charcoal and watercolor on paper. 12 x 8 3/4".
Condition
GRAIN: Toning, staining, surface dirt, holes at corners, and some marginal tearing. Area of potential insect damage to top right portion.
MONTI: Adhered to backing paper at 3 corners. Good.
(Untitled) Ribbon Twirler: Adhered to backing paper at 3 corners. Minor surface dirt, otherwise good.
MONTI: Adhered to backing paper at 3 corners. Good.
(Untitled) Ribbon Twirler: Adhered to backing paper at 3 corners. Minor surface dirt, otherwise good.
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Three Circus Artworks. Mid-20th century.
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![Enrico Rastelli Juggler. [Association. Italian, 1896-1931]. Artist Unknown. 1931.: Enrico Rastelli Juggler. [Association. Italian, 1896-1931]. Artist Unknown. 1931. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Inscribed verso name and death date, Errico Rastelli (image of cross) then date, 13. 12.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/928/427440/238117544_1_x.jpg?height=181&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1786127760&width=181)
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