three drawings of a woman sitting on a chair next to a vase and a piece of paper
Morgane Gillieron commissaire-priseur

20 - Jean COCTEAU (1889–1963) Lot comprising four drawings: - Cru…
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Estimate €200 - €300
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Jean COCTEAU (1889–1963) Lot comprising four drawings: - Cruel Birds in Spain Pencil on paper Signed “Jean Cocteau étoile” in pencil top right, annotated “Cruel Birds in Spain” bottom left 27 x 21 cm (minor creases along the left margin) - Two Figures Red pencil on paper Signed “J Cocteau étoile” at the bottom centre, annotated in blue on the left 13.5 x 21 cm (foxing spots) - The Tipsy Cabaret Patron, 1953 Pencil on paper Signed “Jean étoile” and dated in blue ink at the bottom centre 35 x 8 cm (fragment of a drawing, sun-fading, creases) - Woman in a veil on the front, portrait of a man on the back Pencil on paper and ink wash 28 x 43 cm (the ink wash is by another hand; creases; a hole in the bottom left-hand corner; a small tear in the bottom right-hand corner; two holes in the top corners; stains) We would like to thank Mr Dominique BERT for confirming the authenticity of these drawings. A positive expert’s report will be provided to the buyer. PROVENANCE Grandson and legatee of Jean Cocteau THIS LOT WILL BE TRANSFERRED TO THE DROUOT STORAGE FACILITY AFTER THE SALE; IT WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR RETURN FOR RE-EXAMINATION. Please refer to the auction house’s terms and conditions regarding the collection of lots before bidding.
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About the sale EXCELLENCE AUCTION: PAINTINGS, WORKS OF ART, 20TH-CENTURY DESIGN, FASHION & JEWELLERY
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Auction time 06/26/2026 at 1:30 PM
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