Henri Matisse – 1939 heliogravure print after pencil drawing of a ballerina
$ 50.16
Description
Henri Matisse – 1939 heliogravure print after pencil drawing of a ballerina. An original heliogravure print after a pencil drawing by Henri Matisse, dated 1927. It was printed in 1939 – while Matisse was still alive – as part of a curated edition of his drawings published in Paris. An original heliogravure print after a pencil drawing by Henri Matisse, dated 1927. It was printed in 1939 – while Matisse was still alive – as part of a curated edition of his drawings published in Paris. Produced by Braun & Cie, a renowned French printing house known for their technical mastery in heliogravure reproductions. The print accurately preserves the line work and shading of the original pencil drawing. The composition depicts a ballerina seated at an angle, wearing a decorated tutu and ballet shoes. Her head tilts slightly back and her gaze is directed forward, combining poise with a sense of rest between movements. A light sketch of a box appears beside her, adding to the informal charm of the study. Mounted in a natural-white passe-partout (40 × 50 cm, acid-free paper), ready to be framed. Artist: Henri Matisse (1869–1954) Title of print: \[Untitled, ballerina, 1927] Print date: 1939 Passe-partout dimensions: 40 × 50 cm Image dimensions: approx. 31 × 22 cm Type: Heliogravure From: Les Dessins d’Henri Matisse, Galerie d’Estampes / Les Éditions Braun & Cie, Paris Authenticity: This is an original print from the above publication. Condition: Very good condition, with some soft folds in the corners and light handling marks at the edges. There may be other slight spotting, yellowing, or minor blemishes consistent with its age. Please review the photos before purchase. Feel free to send a message with any questions or to request more photos.
