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Origninal drypoint in black ink. 1901. Signed in pencil. From the edition of about 40-50 impressions. Rare.
Reference: Montesquiou 8. Superb brilliantly rich impression with dramatic drypoint burr and tone. On pale cream wove paper. Excellent condition; the slightest traces of old laying on the reverse of the sheet; the print surface and face of the sheet excellent. Wide margins. Plate: 21 5/8?x13 3/8? (550x340mm).
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The materpiece amongst Helleu?s portraits of society beauties - the most famous print in his whole oeurve in a superb impression. |
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