Bernard BUFFET (1928-1999) Still life with sea urchins, 1949 Pen, black ink wash and watercolor over graphite lines on paper (insolation and some foxing). Signed and dated in the upper right corner. On the back: a circular label with a n°883; a very incomplete label GALERIE MAURICE GARNIER. 51,5 x 67 cm A certificate from Mr Maurice Garnier dated March 25, 2005 will be given to the buyer.

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