Christian BÉRARD (1902-1949) Elegant Lady in Black Jacket, Bust Ink drawing (pen and wash) on beige paper, signed lower right, dedicated "à Monsieur Salvat avec mes sentiments reconnaissants pour une amicale collaboration Ch. Bérard" lower left The dedicatee was probably the painter François-Martin Salvat (1892-1976) whose drawing style Bérard, although ten years his junior, seems to have clearly influenced in the years 1935/1945. The two artists corresponded, and a letter from Salvat to Bérard is held by the BNF.) H. 37.5 cm - L. 28.3 cm (as seen) DV