Bidspirit auction | SWISS LITHOGRAPH PORTRAIT OF BRAQUE


SWISS LITHOGRAPH PORTRAIT OF BRAQUE AFTER GIACOMETTI - A lithographic print after Alberto Giacometti's (Swiss, 1901–1966) poignant 1964 portrait of his friend and fellow artist, Georges Braque, on his deathbed. The print bears a red ”AG” monogram and a circular ”Original Giacometti” gallery stamp in the lower right corner. The reverse of the frame features a vintage gallery label from Heath Galleries of Hampstead, London, alongside handwritten attributions. alberto giacometti print, georges braque portrait, after giacometti, bears monogram, mid-century lithograph. Dimensions Frame 18 x 22 in. Image 10 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. The measurements are approximate. Condition Good vintage condition. The paper exhibits noticeable age toning and acid burn (darkening), most prominently along the top margin. Not examined outside of the frame. Housed under glass in a modern silver-tone metal frame with a dark blue mat.