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Lot 205:
Description
Keywords: Art Deco, French modernism, early 20th century, 1920s–1930s, lithograph print, figural composition, biblical subject, elegant female figure, sensual imagery, decorative line work, tonal shading, dramatic interior, barred window motif, romantic narrative, signed impression, Parisian printmaker, vintage wall art.
Summary:
Louis Icart French Art Deco drypoint etching painting titled Dalila, 1928. Original drypoint etching on paper depicting a dramatic figural scene inspired by the biblical story of Delilah and Samson.
Pencil signed in the lower margin. Edition limited to 300 impressions. Accompanied by a certificate from Nathan Daniel Isen. Presented in an ornate gilt frame with name plaque.
Work presents well and appears to be in very good condition, consistent with age. No other issues observed. Not examined out of frame.
Measurement: Visible: 22 x 14 1/2 in. (55.9 x 36.8 cm.), Frame: 37 x 31 in. (94 x 78.7 cm.) approx
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