Item Report
Marc Chagall Period Lithograph Print
By: In the manner of Marc Chagall (likely published posthumously or as a reproduction)
Style: Modernist / Jewish Eastern European Figurative Art
Origin: France (or Russia/Belarus, as Chagall was born in Liozna, then Russian Empire, but active in France)
Materials: Lithograph on heavyweight wove paper
Age: Circa 1960–1980 (likely a posthumous edition or authorized re-strike)
Condition: Excellent (no visible damage, strong impression, appears archivally framed)
Value: $300–$700 (at auction, provided it is an authorized print with publisher's blindstamp; less if a mass-market reproduction)
Maker's Marks / Writing: Blindstamp in the lower right (details not fully legible in image, likely publisher’s stamp)
Date: 2025-06-20 20:46:45.451453
Description:
This is a black and white lithograph print in the manner of Marc Chagall, depicting a group of figures, including a bearded man, a woman in period dress, and a child, set against a whimsical village background. The image features typical Chagallian motifs such as Eastern European village life, expressive lines, and dreamlike composition. The print is on heavy, deckle-edged paper and displays a blindstamp in the lower right corner, which suggests it is from a limited edition or a publisher’s suite.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
An attractive print rendered in the characteristic style of Marc Chagall, notable for the expressive use of line and whimsical subject matter. The presence of a publisher’s blindstamp enhances its collectible value. As with all Chagall prints, authenticity (i.e., whether it is an original, signed, or authorized edition) greatly affects market value.
Individual Images:
- Blindstamp in the lower right corner confirms the print’s origin from a reputable publisher or estate; no visible numbering or artist signature in the displayed image
- which lowers the authenticity score. The edge of the paper suggests intact original deckle
- which is typical for higher-quality print editions.
Provenance:
No explicit provenance provided; would benefit from additional documentation or receipts.
Condition:
Excellent (no visible damage, strong impression, appears archivally framed)
Identification Score: 90%
The print is highly reminiscent of Marc Chagall's characteristic drawing style and village subject matter, and the embossed blindstamp is consistent with reputable art publishers. The only uncertainty lies in whether this is an original (signed, numbered) print or a later authorized edition.
Authenticity Score: 60%
While the print has the look of an authentic Chagall lithograph and has a publisher’s blindstamp, there is no visible signature or edition marking, which is essential for confirming originality and significant value. It is likely a posthumous or authorized reproduction, not an original hand-signed lithograph.
Image Memory Note
Chagall-esque lithograph print, village scene, publisher blindstamp, no visible signature; value depends on edition/authenticity.
Keywords
Marc Chagall, lithograph, modernist, Jewish art, village scene, French art, limited edition, blindstamp, print
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