Property from a Private New York Collection
192
Dent prompte (Prompt Tooth) (S. & L. A19)
1969
The complete set of 10 lithographs in colors, on Arches paper, the full sheets, with justification and text by René Char, contained in the original paper wrapper with lithograph in colors, all contained in the original blue linen-covered portfolio.
all unfolded S. 18 3/8 x 30 5/8 in. (46.7 x 77.8 cm)
portfolio 19 3/8 x 16 1/8 x 1 1/4 in. (49.2 x 41 x 3.2 cm)
Signed by the artist and author in pencil and numbered '80' (printed) on the justification, from the edition of 240 (there were also 50 artist's proofs in Roman numerals and an edition of 70 on Japan paper with an extra signed suite and 10 copies on Japan paper without the extra suite), published by Galerie Lucie Weill, Au Pont des Arts, Paris.
Estimate
$800 - 1,200
Sold for $953