Wassily Kandinsky (Russian, 1866-1944) Holzschnitt für die Ganymed-Mappe

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Wassily Kandinsky (Russian, 1866-1944)

Holzschnitt für die Ganymed-Mappe, 1924, edition of 100, published in the third Ganymed Portfolio, Verlag der Maréesgesellschaft (Roethel, 181). Signed "Kandinsky" in pencil l.r., monogrammed within the matrix. Woodcut on oatmeal paper with figural and "...VERTISERS TEXT" watermarks, image size 6 x 7 7/8 in. (15.2 x 19.9 cm),framed.
Condition: Toning, 1/2 inch tear to upper edge (well outside of the image),staining and/or mold growth to lower margin and verso, masking tape "hinges" to verso.
Estimate $800-1,200

The sheet measures 9 3/8 x 12 1/2 inches.


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