Jean Carrau ( French, d. 1996) Yves Le Boulanger

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Jean Carrau ( French, d. 1996)

Yves Le Boulanger
Signed "Jean Carrau" l.l., titled and inscribed ".../le Formidable" l.r.
Oil on metal, 30 x 24 in. (76.2 x 61.0 cm),framed.
Condition: Surface grime, accretions l.l., minor surface abrasion c.r.

N.B. Yves Le Boulanger was a professional wrestler and entertainer at the turn of the 20th century in Paris. La Culture Physique, a Parisian magazine dedicated to physical health, published many images of Le Boulanger alongside articles relaying his talents and feats as a strong man.
Estimate $1,000-1,500


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