three drawings of a woman sitting on a chair next to a vase and a piece of paper
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20 - Jean COCTEAU (1889–1963) Lot comprising four drawings: - Cru…
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Estimate €800 - €1,200
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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 on the left-hand edge) - 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 reverse 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 Indirect heir of Jean Cocteau, grandson of Edouard Dermit, Jean Cocteau’s last partner, who until 1995 was the legatee of the artist’s estate 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
Lot description modified on 06/22/2026 at 11:14 AM
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