Lot no. 38
38. 38AR FERNAND LÉGER (1881-1955)
Circus, 1950
First edition of this manuscript reproduced in lithograph illustrated with 65 compositions by Fernand Léger, 35 of which are full-page stencil-colours.
The work was entirely composed and lithographed by Fernand Léger with the help of Tériade and Marguerite Lang.
Edition of 300 copies on Arches vellum, signed by the artist.
The lithographed handwritten text and the numerous lithographs by Fernand Léger are reminiscent of Matisse's Jazz, published by Tériade in 1947.
Published by Teriade, 1950
In-folio, leaves, untrimmed, illustrated cover, publisher's folder and slipcase
42.2 x 35.5 x 4 cm
First edition of this lithographed manuscript, illustrated with 65 compositions by Fernand Léger, 35 of which are full-page stencil colours.
In-folio, untrimmed, illustrated cover, publisher's folder and slipcase
Provenance
Private collection, Athens
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
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