Marc Chagall, Daphnis and Chloé: Lamon Discovers Daphnis, 1961

A rural hilly landscape scene with livestock and trees with a sliver of the sun peaking over a hill in the background. In the top left hand corner we see a figure with their hand raised up as if waving. In the central foreground we see a goat-like animal with a small nude figure that is infant-like at its feet.

Marc Chagall, Daphnis and Chloé: Lamon Discovers Daphnis, 1961

Artist: Marc Chagall, 1887-1985

Title: Daphnis and Chloé: Lamon Discovers Daphnis

Date: 1961

Medium: Color lithograph on Arches paper

Description: From the portfolio, "Daphnis and Chloé," comprising 42 lithographs. A rare early proof impression prior to the edition. Held by the publisher Tériade from 1961 to 2017. Virtually impossible to duplicate, the colors extraordinarily rich and luminous, as the work has never seen the light of day. Outside the edition of 250, and the I-XX numbered edition. Printed by Mourlot. Published by Tériade, Paris. Provenance: The artist; Mourlot Atelier, Paris; Tériade, Paris

Reference: Mourlot 309; Cramer 46

Dimensions: 16 5/8 x 12 5/8 in.

Framed Dimensions: 33 3/4 x 29 1/2 in.

Inventory Number: 914587