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Gouache on paper. On the back are provenance stickers from Sotheby's Auction with the artist's name and the original title …
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Gouache on paper. On the back are provenance stickers from Sotheby's Auction with the artist's name and the original title 'Three faces eight leaves'.These are two similar drawings, with the same subject albeit with small differences, and colored with different techniques.Jean Cocteau was a multifaceted artist: writer, playwright, playwright, he also dabbled in the visual arts, loving to experiment with all the avant-gardes of his century.Jean Cocteau published his first book of drawings in 1923, when he was only 36 years old. In it the poet portrayed his friends Raymond Radiguet, Pablo Picasso, Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc, but also numerous scenes of everyday Parisian life, Nijinski's Russian ballets, allegories, caricatures, and poetic images. Cocteau reveals himself to be a sketch artist full of talent, but above all an artist capable of capturing the essence of faces, behaviors, and human weaknesses.Framed work. 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
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 27.17ʺW × 0.79ʺD × 12.99ʺH
- Styles
- Modern
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs\. Please note that an additional handling period of up to 4 weeks may apply to this item, if it must be delivered out of Italy. less
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