1291266

'57 BERNARD BUFFET Venice Lithograph #1291266

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'57 BERNARD BUFFET  Venice Lithograph #1291266
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Hors d' Commerce Proof Numbered 10/20</em></td>
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This large offset lithograph by Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) dates from 1957 and depicts the Santa Maria Della Salute cathedral and Grand Canal in Venice. Purchased and framed in the 1960s. Signed "H.C. 10/20" in the lower left corner, this is an Hors d' Commerce Proof used by the artist and/or his representative to market the numbered prints to dealers. Signed by the artist and dated "57" in the plate in the upper right. Signed by pencil by the artist in the lower right margin. Frame measures 33.25" x 45". Plate measures 21.75" x 36" and exposed print (visible inside matting) measures 28.75" x 41". Condition is excellent. Weighs approximately 20-25 lbs.



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A physically smaller lithograph of this work was issued in an edition of 300 and has periodically appeared at auction. Based on a review of the Artnet database, the highest hammer price for this smaller lithograph is believed to be a sale at Swann's on 11/12/98 when lot 324 sold for $1,824 including buyer's premium. There is only one known major auction of the physically larger print from the edition of 20. On 10/23/90 at Butterfields a print numbered 12/20 in lot 886 was offered with an estimate of $3,500-$5,000, but apparently did not sell. Thanks for visiting. Please let us know if you have any questions or comments.



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<tr><td>Condition:Very Good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1957</td></tr>






<tr><td>Title:'57 BERNARD BUFFET Venice Lithograph</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:New York, NY</td></tr>
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