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Ferdinand BAC. Three photographic portraits taken in the gar…
See original version (French)
201
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Ferdinand BAC. Three photographic portraits taken in the gar…
See original version (French)
Estimate €100 - €150
Voluntary lot
Description
Ferdinand BAC. Three photographic portraits taken in the gardens of the Surintendance (the home of his friends, the Ladan-Bockairys, with whom he was staying):
– July 1947. Caption in Bac’s own hand: ‘On the terrace of the Compiègne Ramparts, Ferdinand Bac, looking out over the flowerbeds of the ornamental garden he created in the moats, allows himself to be lulled by Silence, that final bliss of wise men.’ 58 x 58 mm (2 further prints).
- In his bedroom. 167 x 117 mm.
- In front of the house, 58 x 58 mm (2 prints).
Enclosed:
- 5 modern postcards depicting the Surintendance
- A handwritten P.S.: ‘What a marvel this chancellor of opulent times is. And the pink and silver pen! And everything, everything.’
- Colour photograph of a couple at the table. The Ladan-Bokhairys?
See original version (French)
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