Alphonse Mucha

(Czech, 1860-1939)

Imprimerie Casson Fils

vintage poster

65 x 25 1/2 inches.

Framed: 74 x 31 inches.
Not examined out of frame. Frame is missing glazing, so surface of print is visible; all edges of paper are visible; paper is linen backed; moderate distortion throughout; uneven surface in scattered areas, likely caused by debris trapped between canvas and linen; toning to sheet throughout; uneven attenuation of colors; repaired tears in upper left margin, center right margin, lower right margin, and in lower center of image; creasing throughout; two small paper losses along upper edge of lower sheet; small loss in center at left of figure's forearm; Repaired loss in center left margin, approximately 3 x 3/4 inches; three small brown stains along upper edge. Please request additional images.

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