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Marc ChagallWW-1952-M019173

1952·99 etchings over photogravure (most with engraving, some with drypoint) and 1 drypoint over photogravure, printed in black with gouache additions; 2 etchings (wrapper fronts), printed in black; on cream, smooth, wove Rives BFK paper (except wrappers); 2 supplementary suites, one on ivory, smooth, wove Japan +nacré- paper and one on ivory, smooth, laid Montval paper; and 2 half title pages embellished by the artist with ink and watercolor drawings·irreg. page 15 3/8 x 11 13/16" (39 x 30 cm)

Catalogue

Year: 1952
Medium: 99 etchings over photogravure (most with engraving, some with drypoint) and 1 drypoint over photogravure, printed in black with gouache additions; 2 etchings (wrapper fronts), printed in black; on cream, smooth, wove Rives BFK paper (except wrappers); 2 supplementary suites, one on ivory, smooth, wove Japan +nacré- paper and one on ivory, smooth, laid Montval paper; and 2 half title pages embellished by the artist with ink and watercolor drawings
Dimensions: irreg. page 15 3/8 x 11 13/16" (39 x 30 cm)
Collection: Museum of Modern Art
Artist: Marc Chagall

Artist

Marc Chagall

Painting

M arc Chagall, the Belorussian-born French modernist, became famous for his poetic, dreamlike artworks filled with rich colors and iconic imagery—flying lovers, fiddlers, and fantastical animals—deeply influenced by his Jewish heritage and the Parisian avant-garde. Today, Chagall’s masterpieces remain highly sought after in major museums and the global art market, with his works showing strong long-term value growth and consistent performance at auction.

Saint Paul de Vence, France

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