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Marc Chagall ORIGINAL ETCH David Mourns Absolom
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Private sellerWIJK BIJ DUURSTEDE, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since September 2024 • 9 sales
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This original etching by the renowned artist Marc Chagall, titled 'David Mourns Absalom', displays his characteristic expressive style. The work illustrates a profound biblical theme, captured with the emotional intensity that is characteristic of Chagall's oeuvre.
With appraisal report by 'Chagall Research Centre WUYT' in the Netherlands
This is the text of the appraisal report by
Dr. Pieter-Hendrik Zuidema, Head of Chagall Research Centre WUYT
Dear Sir,
Yesterday, your etching was thoroughly examined.
The signature by initial is exactly correct.
The numbering 29/100 is entirely correct: at the request of the publisher Tériade, Chagall colored exactly 100 of all 105 biblical etchings and numbered them from 1/100 to 100/100.
This is therefore his 29th coloring of the biblical etching: "David pleure Absalom".
The etching itself is undoubtedly a reliable example of the original etching plate "David pleure Absalom", of which a total of 100 were printed.
295 copies of the same etching plate were printed on Montval paper; these are not colored.
On the reverse side of your etching 29/100, you can see the number of the etching plate, namely 73 (out of the 105 etching plates of the Bible series).
Congratulations on this original hand-colored Chagall etching!
Sincerely,
drs. Pieter-Hendrik Zuidema
Head of Research Centre WUYT
Chagall's graphic work in Europe
Dimensions:
29 x 24.5 cm image, frame 57 x 44 cm
In very good condition, see the photos
Marc Chagall's dreamy compositions depict aspects of the artist's personal and family history, and of Eastern European folklore in general. Flying figures, elements from Jewish tradition, peasant life, and animals are common motifs. Chagall’s oeuvre—which included paintings, prints, books, ceramics, and stained glass—had an enormous influence on the development of 20th-century art: his supernatural subjects and emotional gestures formed a bridge between the work of earlier avant-garde movements such as Cubism, Fauvism, and Symbolism, and later modernist styles such as Surrealism. Chagall’s career was disrupted by the world wars, and although the artist traveled back and forth between Russia, France, and the United States, he managed to exhibit extensively during his lifetime, both on the European mainland and in the US. His work is included in the collections of the National Gallery of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, the Tate, the Guggenheim Museum, and the Art Institute of Chicago. Chagall also created stained-glass windows for the Abbell Synagogue of the Hadassah University Medical Center in Jerusalem, the Saint-Étienne Cathedral in Metz, the United Nations building in New York City, and St. Stephen's Church in Mainz, Germany.
Collection is possible; if shipped, the work will be delivered in a frame without glass. The glass would certainly break during shipping and damage the work.
Shipping via PostNL with an insured value of up to €5,500. This applies to all countries worldwide for which PostNL offers this service, including those outside Europe. Shipping costs will not be charged. Any import duties and trade tariffs are the responsibility of the buyer. Correspondence regarding this will take place via email after the auction.
The work will be enclosed in the frame with plywood, then bubble wrap, followed by multiple layers of thick cardboard to ensure maximum protection. The artwork is executed on paper and displays a refined use of linework and subtle color accents, particularly the striking yellow that illuminates the composition. This was applied to the etching using watercolor paint by Chagall himself. The etching is hand-signed by the artist and numbered as part of a limited edition of 100 copies (29/100). The dimensions and texture of the paper contribute to the authentic appearance of this lithograph.
The etching is in good condition, retaining its original details and colors. The work shows characteristic signs of age befitting an authentic piece from this period, which contributes to its historical value.
This artwork is a valuable addition to any art collection and looks stunning in a classic or modern interior. It offers a unique opportunity to bring a piece of art history into your home, perfect for lovers of figurative and expressive art.
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBeige, Black, YellowMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeSmallHeight29 cmWidth25 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, Stains
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Private sellerWIJK BIJ DUURSTEDE, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since September 2024 • 9 sales