La Pique (The Pike)
Lithograph on Arches paper, 1950
Unsigned (printer's proof retained by the printer Mourlot)
Created at Atelier Mourlot, November 26th, 1950.
Edition 50: this is an unsigned proof retained by the printer Mourlot
Printed on Arches paper
Original lithograph drawn with chalk and "frottage textures" transferred to stone, 1950.
Reference: Bloch 683
Mourlot 196 trial proof
Rau 512
Image size: 17 7/8 x 23 7/8 inches
Sheet: 19 3/4 x 25 7/8 inches
Frame: 27 x 32 1/2 inches
Condition: very rich impression with great contrasts
Provenance: Mourlot Estate
William Weston Gallery (label)
Housed in the original Weston gallery frame
