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GEORGES HENRI MANZANA-PISSARRO (1871–1961)
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GEORGES HENRI MANZANA-PISSARRO (1871–1961)
See original version (French)
Estimate €200 - €400
Voluntary lot
Description
GEORGES HENRI MANZANA-PISSARRO (1871–1961)
Fish amongst the seaweed, state proof
Woodcut enhanced with gouache and gold, on paper mounted on thick cardboard. Annotated and signed in the top left-hand corner: “Manzana-Pissarro, state proof”
Mount dimensions: 38.5 x 56 cm
Provenance: Félix Pissaro, Menton, and the private collection of Jean Eugène Guillaud, Monaco
The notation “state proof” indicates that this is a trial print, predating the final edition of a print; this unique proof, hand-retouched by the artist himself, is extremely rare as it bears witness to the creative process behind the final print.
The composition depicts four fish swimming amongst stylised seaweed and seagrass, against a golden background enhanced with midnight blue motifs evoking water and reflections. The graphic treatment features large blocks of colour and repetitive patterns, using a Japanese-style woodcut technique (print-style), hand-coloured with vivid colours and gold in keeping with the artist’s decorative and Japanese-inspired style.
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About the sale
Day 1: Major Classical Art Auction – Old Master Paintings, Sculptures, Furniture, Archaeological Artefacts, Asian Art, Curiosities, Glassware, Silverware
Auction location
Auction time
11/11/2026 at 2:30 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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