Description:
Georges Braque (French, 1882-1963)
Oiseau de passage, 1961, edition of 75, published by Maeght, Paris (Vallier, 166). Signed "G Braque" in pencil l.r., numbered "25/75" in pencil l.l. Color aquatint on paper, plate size 23 1/4 x 16 1/4 in. (59.0 x 41.2 cm),framed.
Condition: Gentle rippling, not examined out of frame.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
Sheet measures 74.5 x 56.5 cm and is deckled at right and left edges. The sheet is hinged to the window mat with white linen tape at three places along the top edge. Subtly light-struck. Minor pinpoint fox marks l.r. in margin. Pinprick holes at u.c. and l.c. of image. No additional issues to report.
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