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150 - Jean COCTEAU. (1889–1963)
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Jean COCTEAU. (1889–1963) "Soldier Leaning on a Spear," circa 1948 Paintbrush, ink, and pencil on paper. Annotated “1 bis” in the upper left corner Dimensions: 64 x 47.5 cm (The sheet is mounted on cardboard at the edges (probably detachable). (Stains, small tears along the edges, slight creases at the bottom). This work is a study for the tapestry *Judith and Holofernes* (64 x 47.5 cm), created in 1948. Provenance: Private collection in Comminges We thank Dominique Bert for confirming the authenticity of this work. A certificate from the “Expertise Cocteau – Archives Guédras” association may be provided upon request at the purchaser’s expense. Experts: Frédérick and Pauline CHANOIT
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PRIMARDECO FALL AUCTION: PRESTIGIOUS AUCTION IN BÉZIERS ON NOVEMBER 7: Decorative arts ranging from the Napoleon III period to Art Deco, objets d'art, jewelry, paintings, sculptures, and furnitureAuction house
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