After Auguste Rodin, Transmutation of Man and Reptile, 19th Century, Engraving

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Auguste RODIN (1840-1917) (after)

Transmutation of man and reptile

Engraving (heliogravure resumed at the tip) and enhanced with watercolor
On … Read more Auguste RODIN (1840-1917) (after)

Transmutation of man and reptile

Engraving (heliogravure resumed at the tip) and enhanced with watercolor
On vellum 42.5 x 31 cm
Engraving published in 1897 by Ateliers Goupil
Limited edition of 125 copies, supplied with certificate of authenticity from the gallery and photocopy of the proof of the edition from the publisher.

Very good condition, slight clear freckle in the upper margin and small tear at the edge of the lower margin

Information:
This engraving is part of "Album Fenaille" or "Album Goupil", a work devoted to the drawings of Auguste Rodin, published in 1897. It contains a majority of drawings related to
Hell of Dante and which we generally group together under the name of "black drawings".
A copy of this precious album is in the archives of the Rodin Museum. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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