Marc Chagall The Ceiling of the Paris of the Opera by Jacques Lassaigne, Translated by Brenda Gilchrist, Published by Frederick A Praeger, New York, Copyright 1966 in Monte Carlo, By Andre Sauret. Printed in France. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number : 66-12524
Extremely well-preserved hard cover copy wrapped in Burgundy cloth with scene on of opera house on front panel and black embossed black lettering on the spine. Unclipped pictorial paper jacket & clear plastic sleeve protects the book.
Includes the “Final Study” full color fold out lithograph tucked inside the pocket of the back cover. (Does have some folded over edges)
André Malraux, France's Minister of cheapest Culture wanted something unique for the Ceiling of the Paris Opera and decided Chagall would be the ideal artist. The images Chagall painted on the canvas paid tribute to the composers Mozart, Wagner, Mussorgsky, Berlioz and Ravel, as well as to famous actors and dancers. After the new ceiling was unveiled, "even the bitterest opponents of the commission seemed to fall silent". This book exemplifies the wonderful color and imagery that Chagall can offer. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine condition. This is a folio size publication, and measures 10" x 13".
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